Assistant Coach - Winter Athletics 2026-27

Fair Lawn Public Schools; Fair Lawn (NJ); On-site; USD 5,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

Fair Lawn Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Coach for Winter Athletics for the 2026-2027 school year. This part-time stipend position requires a valid New Jersey certification. The coach will assist in various winter sports, including basketball and wrestling, and must perform physical tasks. Required qualifications include strong instructional skills and certifications in CPR and First Aid. The stipend ranges between $4,683 and $8,911, based on the Fair Lawn Education Association Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Qualifications

• Valid NJ certification required for the position.
• Physical ability to perform frequent bending and lifting.
• CPR, First Aid, AED and Concussion certifications needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching various winter sports at the high school level.
• Work with at-risk students to enhance their skills.
• Develop team strategies and guide athletes in competitions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong instructional background

Experience working with at-risk students

Education

Valid NJ Instructional or Educational Services Certificate or Substitute Credential

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Concussion Training

Job description

Fair Lawn High School — Assistant Coach – Winter Athletics

We are presently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Coach – Winter Athletics for the 2026‑2027 school year. These positions require a proper N.J. certification.

Qualifications

• Valid NJ Instructional or Educational Services Certificate or Substitute Credential
• Hold CPR, First Aid, AED and Concussion/other NJSIAA mandated certificates
• Must be able to perform physical work which requires frequent bending and lifting
• Strong instructional background
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working with at‑risk students

Winter Sports Covered

Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Boys Bowling, Girls Bowling, Boys and Girls Fencing, Ice Hockey, Boys and Girls Swimming, Winter Track, Wrestling, Dance, Competition Cheer, Indoor Percussion

Stipend

Stipend position between $4,683–$8,911. (For full stipend guide, please see the Fair Lawn Education Association Collective Bargaining Agreement.)

These are part‑time positions and do not include benefits.

Fair Lawn Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.