Athletic Coach

Focus School Software LLC; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 1,000 - 4,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus School Software LLC is seeking an Athletic Coach for DeLand Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year. Location is DeLand, FL. The position may be paid as a supplement to teaching staff or unpaid.

Applicants must meet Florida coaching credential updates, CPR/First Aid/AED training, fingerprint and drug screening, and apply for the Athletic Coaching Certificate with FLDOE. Salary depends on sport and district policy.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED
• Complete Application on vcsedu.org website including work history and references
• Pass Fingerprint Screening
• Pass Drug Screening
• Take CPR/First Aid/AED Training - provide certificate
• Apply for Athletic Coaching Certificate at FLDOE ($75)

Job description

Activity Supplement Pay Only - Athletics

Job Posting Title Athletic Coach

Facility DELAND MIDDLE SCHOOL

Location DeLand, FL

Category SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

Classification 03-Instructional/VUE

Posting Number 15310305

Date Posted 07/30/2026

Closing Date 12/18/2026

Job Description

Athletic Coaching Position (Paid or unpaid) NOTE: On March 22, 2024, Governor DeSantis signed House Bill 865 amending Section 1012.55, Florida Statutes, which became effective on July 1, 2024. The purpose of this memorandum is to provide an overview of the components of the bill. House Bill 865 makes an important change for individuals with 3-year and 5-year athletic coaching certificates. In addition to the existing requirement of certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, in order to be employed as an athletic coach in a public school, these certificate holders must now maintain certification in first aid and the use of an automated external defibrillator. The certification must be consistent with national evidence-based emergency cardiovascular care guidelines. Beginning July 1, 2024, all current athletic coaching certificate holders who are employed in a public school and render service as an athletic coach must complete these trainings.

Position Summary

Athletic Coaches for School Year 2026-2027

Required Qualifications/Certifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Graduate or GED
• Complete Application on vcsedu.org website including work history and references
• Apply for Athletic Coaching Supplement Position
• Pass Fingerprint Screening
• Pass Drug Screening
• Take CPR/First Aid/AED Training - provide certificate
• Apply for Athletic Coaching Certificate at FLDOE ($75)

NOTE: Educator Certification for Athletic Coaching Legislative Update -On March 22, 2024, Governor DeSantis signed House Bill 865 amending Section 1012.55, Florida Statutes, which became effective on July 1, 2024.House Bill 865 makes an important change for individuals with 3-year and 5-year athletic coaching certificates. In addition to the existing requirement of certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, in order to be employed as an athletic coach in a public school, these certificate holders must now maintain certification in first aid and the use of an automated external defibrillator. The certification must be consistent with national evidence-based emergency cardiovascular care guidelines. Beginning July 1, 2024, all current athletic coaching certificate holders who are employed in a public school and render service as an athletic coach must complete these trainings.

Salary Info

Supplement amounts (if offered) depend on the sport.

Summary

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