Assistant Bowling Coach

Sylvania; Bryan, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania High School is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Bowling Coach to support our athletic program under the Head Coach. You will help develop student-athletes' lane mechanics, mental strategy, and team dynamics while upholding a disciplined culture aligned with OHSAA regulations.

This role focuses on technical coaching, practice planning, and ensuring academic eligibility, in a supportive environment that promotes sportsmanship and safety on and off the lanes.

Qualifications

• Previous high school, collegiate, or competitive league bowling/coaching experience.
• OHSAA PAP permit (valid or ability to obtain) including CPR/AED, First Aid for Coaches, Concussion Training, Lindsay’s Law, and Student Mental Health Training.
• Successful completion of FBI/BCI criminal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Technical instruction in bowling mechanics, lane play, oil pattern adjustments, and spare-conversion systems.
• Manage practice sessions, equipment, lineup cards, and scorekeeping during matches.
• Guide mental game, team camaraderie, and respectful conduct on/off lanes.
• Ensure adherence to OHSAA bowling rules, match limits, and safety policies.
• Support academic eligibility and school representation.

Skills

Coaching experience

Team leadership

Mental game

Academic oversight

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Assistant Bowling Coach to join our high school athletic program. Working directly under the Head Coach, you will help develop student-athletes' lane mechanics, mental strategy, and team dynamics while maintaining a supportive, disciplined culture compliant with OHSAA regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Instruction: Assist in coaching fundamental and advanced bowling mechanics, including approach, release, lane play, oil pattern adjustments, and spare-conversion systems.


• Practice & Match Preparation: Help execute daily practice sessions, manage equipment (balls, shoes, bags), assist with lineup cards, and track scoring metrics during dual matches and tournaments.


• Sportsmanship & Strategy: Guide student-athletes in mental game management, team camaraderie, and respectful conduct on and off the lanes.


• OHSAA Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all OHSAA bowling rules, match limits, and student safety policies.


• Academic Oversight: Support student-athletes in maintaining academic eligibility and representing the school with integrity.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Previous high school, collegiate, or competitive league bowling/coaching experience.


• Valid (or ability to obtain) OHSAA Pupil Activity Permit (PAP), including:


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  • CPR/AED Certification
  
  
  • First Aid for Coaches
  
  
  • Concussion Training (NFHS / Ohio Dept. of Health)
  
  
  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest (Lindsay’s Law) Training
  
  
  • Student Mental Health Training
  
  
  
  


• Successful completion of FBI/BCI criminal background checks.