Assistant Football Coach

CHARLES TOWN MIDDLE

Charles Town (WV)

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USD 12,000 - 18,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Job summary

CHARLES TOWN MIDDLE in Charles Town, WV, is seeking an Assistant Football Coach to join Jefferson County Schools. The role is part-time with immediate starting date and requires certification per WV state rules or WVSSAC coaching credentials.

The successful candidate will support the head coach, implement improvements in athletic programming, and ensure compliance with WVSSAC Handbook and school policies. Candidates should demonstrate leadership, discipline, and strong communication with players

Qualifications

WVSSAC coaching certification or state teaching certification required.
Knowledge of WVSSAC rules and school policies.
Ability to mentor and supervise student-athletes in a sports environment.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and support within your area of responsibility as an assistant coach.
Assist in implementing improvements to athletes' development and program practices.
Maintain positive public and staff relations and uphold athletic department policies.
Maintain professional work habits and ethics, including reliable attendance at practices and contests.
Pursue ongoing professional development and stay current with sport-specific rules.

Skills

Coaching knowledge

WVSSAC rules knowledge

Education

WVSSAC coaches certification

Teacher certification as required by the state

Job description

Assistant Football Coach

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Job Details

Job ID: 5930829

Application Deadline: Sep 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Assistant Coach

Minimum Qualifications: Teacher certification as required by the state or Certification from WVSSAC Coaches

Workshop. Knowledgeable in sports regarding rules and regulations of school policy and

WVSSAC Handbook.

Immediate Supervisor(s): Principal, Athletic Director, Head Coach

Supervises: Students

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Assistant Coach is responsible for the following:

Leadership and support in area of responsibility
Establishing and implementing an improvement process for area of responsibility
Establishing good public and employee relations in area of responsibility
Maintaining professional work habits
Maintaining and upgrading his/her professional skills

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

The following performance standards relate to the responsibilities listed below:

Leadership and support in area of responsibility:
- Demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations regarding his/her sport as presented in the WVSSAC Handbook
- Assist head coach in proper registration of all athletes
- Assist head coach in systematic issuance of equipment
- Assist head coach in providing accurate information needed to compile eligibility lists and other reports
- Inform his/her team of all rules and regulations, with specific emphasis on the Athletic Code of Conduct, and other athletic department policies
- Be responsible for the actions and conduct of his/her team whenever they are under his/her jurisdiction
- Emphasize safety precautions to control injury
- Submit reports as required by the head coach and athletic director
- Publicly support the philosophy and coaching techniques of the head coach
- Carry out assigned duties and activities designated by the head coach
Establishing and implementing an improvement process for area of responsibility:
- Exhibit knowledge of all rules and rule changes
- Promote a good sportsmanship program
- Apply discipline in a firm and positive manner
Establishing good public and employee relations in an area of responsibility:
- Support the head coach in developing a positive image for his/her sport
- Assist in recommending athletes for awards
Maintaining professional work habits:
- Assist head coach in care of equipment and facilities
- Be punctual for athletic contests and practice sessions
- Conduct self and teams in an ethical mariner during contests and practice
- Assist head coach with end-of-season inventory of equipment
Maintaining and upgrading his/her professional skills:
- Accept and use new rules and regulations regarding his/her sport.
- Attend the WVSSAC rules clinic.
- Maintain and upgrade professional skills by involvement in the following: staff development, reading professional articles, advanced degrees, research and professional associations.

All assistant coaches are answerable to the head coach and are expected to carry out the wishes and responsibilities set forth by the head coach. Reference here is made to such areas as systems of offense and defense, coaching techniques, scouting for the varsity team and delegated responsibilities at home and away varsity contests, etc.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:

Jefferson County Schools is bound by statute to recommend the most qualified applicants for position vacancies. In order to determine those qualifications as set forth by the West Virginia Code, we require all applicants to fill out an application, which includes supervisory references, and, in many instances, participate in interviews. Failure to provide references, negative references, and failing to participate in requested interviews may impact negatively a candidate's qualifications.

Applicants who have been dismissed or have had their contracts non-renewed for cause are not eligible for consideration. Applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration. Applicants must complete the entire application and provide all documents required. Failure to complete the application, provide requested items, or falsification of information will result in the application not being considered.

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

Position Type: Part-Time

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