Assistant Coach - JV Football

Young World Physical Education; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Heritage High School in Lynchburg, VA is seeking an Assistant Coach for the JV Football program. The role involves supporting the head coach, planning practices, teaching football techniques, and ensuring student-athlete development.

The position is part-time for the 2026-2027 school year, with duties assigned by the Athletic Director and school leadership. Relevant coaching certification is required or in progress.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience preferred.
• Experience in football and football techniques essential.
• Must have completed or be enrolled in Virginia High School League coaches certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach with planning and teaching student-athletes the rules, techniques, and equipment to become better football players.
• Assist and direct individual and group practice activities as assigned by the head coach.
• Monitor student-athletes during practices and competitions.

Skills

Coaching

Practice planning

Player development

Communication

Education

Coaching certification

Job description

Assistant Coach - JV Football

Lynchburg City Schools HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL - LYNCHBURG, Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Lynchburg City Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5850277

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Assistant Coach - JV Football GENERAL INFORMATION Title: Assistant Coach - JV Football Department: Heritage High School Salary Grade:N/A

FLSA Status: Exempt Site/Location: Heritage High School Reports to: Athletic Director Date: 07/23/2026

POSITION SUMMARY

• Responsible for assisting the head coach of the Football program.
• Coaching, instructing, and performing other duties assigned by the coach and or Athletic Director necessary to the development of the individuals and the team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists the head coach with planning and teaching student-athletes the rules, techniques, and equipment to become better football players.
• Assists and directs individual and group practice activities as assigned by the head coach.
• Monitoring student-athletes during practices and competitions.

LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES

Personal Competencies

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality

Leadership Competencies

• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Previous coaching experience is preferred.
• Experience in football andfootball techniques is essential.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• The coach must have completed or completed a mandatory coaches certification class under the Virginia High School League.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimal travel may be required to and/or from sporting events within neigboring localities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

SALARY

Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales.

DAYS

START DATE: 2026-2027 Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Bradford Bradley , Athletic Director
• HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL
• Phone: [phone]

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