ASSISTANT ATHLETIC COACH - TNHS WRESTLING COACH

Young World Physical Education; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring an Assistant Athletic Coach for Thomas Nelson High School in Bardstown, Kentucky. This seasonal role involves teaching students essential skills for extracurricular activities and promoting sports within the community.

The ideal candidate must hold a high school diploma or equivalent, be CPR/AED certified, and at least 21 years old. Responsibilities include assisting in program planning, organizing practices, and acting as a role model for student athletes.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate.
• At least 21 years of age due to KHSAA requirements.
• Current CPR/AED certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and organizing athletic programs.
• Teach fundamental skills and team strategies.
• Promote sports in the school and community.

Skills

CPR/AED certification

NFHS Coach ED Training

Communication skills

Knowledge of various sports

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ASSISTANT ATHLETIC COACH - TNHS WRESTLING COACH

Thomas Nelson High School - Bardstown, Kentucky

Job Details

• Job ID: 5793359
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jun 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB TITLE
ASSISTANT ATHLETIC COACH

REPORTS TO
HEAD COACH / STUDENT LEADERSHIP DIRECTOR OR COORDINATOR / PRINCIPAL

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE
STUDENT LEADERSHIP

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS
SEASONAL

EXEMPT STATUS
EXEMPT

JOB CLASS CODE
5110 (CERT), 7345 (CLAS), 8346 (PARA), 5150 (CERT - ELE), 8150 (CLAS - ELE)

POSITION CLASSIFICATION
EXTRA DUTY

DATE APPROVED
4/21/2026

QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. 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.

POSITION SUMMARY

To enable each student an opportunity to learn the skills needed to effectively and safely participate in an extra-curricular activity.

PERFORMANCE 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.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Fundamentals of various sports.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Wide range of physical movement.
• Communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Bending, squatting, reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights.
• Requires indoor and outdoor activity.

Position Type

Seasonal

Contact Information

• Joe Peake, AD
• Thomas Nelson High School
• Phone: 270‑401‑4124
• Email: [e-mail]