Assistant Athletic Coach — High School Sports & Leadership

Thomas Nelson High School; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Thomas Nelson High School in Bardstown, KY is seeking an Assistant Athletic Coach to support the Head Coach and leadership staff. The role is seasonal, with duties spanning practice planning, skill instruction, and game-day support for multiple sports.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, current CPR/AED, NFHS Coach ED training, and being at least 21 years old. The position emphasizes safety, mentorship, and professional conduct in school athletics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or progress toward GED as required by Kentucky law.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• NFHS Coach ED Training required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age due to KHSAA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in promoting sports in the school and community.
• Assist in planning the assigned athletic program.
• Assist in organizing and supervising practices.
• Assist coaches on one or more sports.
• Teach individual fundamental skills, team play, team strategy and rules and regulations of the game.
• Teach the elements of good sportsmanship and self-control that display professionalism.
• Respect the integrity and judgment of sports officials.
• Assist in checking eligibility of participants, including insurance coverage and parent consent.
• Provide students a proper role model, emotional support, patience, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Conduct learning experiences, with small groups of student athletes.
• Assist in recommending the purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as appropriate for the health, safety and welfare of student athletes.
• Develop good rapport and lines of communication with individuals and groups to include, but not limited to, players, parents, school personnel, officials, media representatives, etc.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth.
• Demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance.
• Maintain appropriate professional appearance.
• Adhere to the appropriate code of ethics.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee.

Skills

Coaching

Team leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Sports fundamentals

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current CPR/AED certification

NFHS Coach ED Training

Job description

Thomas Nelson High School in Bardstown, KY is seeking an Assistant Athletic Coach to support the Head Coach and leadership staff. The role is seasonal, with duties spanning practice planning, skill instruction, and game-day support for multiple sports.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, current CPR/AED, NFHS Coach ED training, and being at least 21 years old. The position emphasizes safety, mentorship, and professional conduct in school athletics.