Assistant Track Coach-KMS

Young World Physical Education; Harrodsburg (KY); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Mercer County Schools King Middle School in Harrodsburg, Kentucky seeks an Assistant Track Coach I to support coaches in daily and long-range athletic programs. This part-time position requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to follow safety rules.

Responsibilities include assisting in program planning, guiding student athletes, supervising travel, and helping with equipment purchases. Candidates must meet Kentucky ABLE, background check, AIDS awareness, and CPR/First Aid certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED as required by Kentucky law.
• Able to pass ABLE test, criminal record check, AIDS awareness training, and current certification in first aid and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Assist coaches in daily and long-range athletic activities.
• Assist coaches in planning the athletic program.
• Conduct learning experiences with small groups of student athletes under the direction of the head coaches.
• Assist in guiding participants toward a harmonious team spirit.
• Assist in providing escort assistance and supervision to athletes during periods of team travel.
• Recommend to the head coach the purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms for safety and welfare of student athletes.
• Perform other non-coaching duties assigned by the principal, athletic director, or head coach.

Skills

Sports fundamentals

Health & safety

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Assistant Track Coach-KMS

Mercer County Schools King Middle School – Harrodsburg, Kentucky

Job ID: 5826561

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SUMMARY CLASS TITLE: ASSISTANT COACH I

Assistant Track Coach King Middle School

BASIC FUNCTION: Assist coaches in various secondary school athletic programs.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Assist coaches in daily and long‑range athletic activities.
• Assist coaches in planning the athletic program.
• Conduct learning experiences, under the direction of the head coaches, with small groups of student athletes.
• Assist coaches in guiding participants toward a harmonious team spirit.
• Assist in providing escort assistance, and supervision to athletes during periods of team travel.
• Recommend to the head coach the purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms as appropriate for the health, safety, and welfare of student athletes.
• Perform other non‑coaching duties assigned by the principal, athletic director, or head coach.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

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

ABILITY TO:

• Assist coaches on one or more sports.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: a high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of ABLE test, criminal record check, AIDS awareness training, and current certification in first aid and CPR.

Position Type: Part‑Time

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required