Athletic Coach

Focus School Software, LLC; Pierson (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Middle-High School in Florida is seeking Athletic Coaches for the 2026-2027 school year. Coaching positions may be paid or unpaid and require CPR/First Aid/AED certification and Florida coaching certification updates in compliance with HB 865.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, pass fingerprint and drug screenings, and apply for the FLDOE Athletic Coaching Certificate. Training and certifications must align with state regulations.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED is required.
• Pass Fingerprint and Drug Screenings.
• CPR/First Aid/AED training with certificate.
• Apply for Athletic Coaching Certificate at FLDOE ($75).
• Certification updates per Florida statute changes must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Coach athletic teams for the 2026-2027 school year.
• Ensure student-athlete safety and sportsmanship.
• Coordinate practices and game-day activities.
• Collaborate with staff to support scholastic goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Coaching leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Fingerprint Screening

Drug Screening

Athletic Coaching Certificate (FLDOE)

Job description

Activity Supplement Pay Only - Athletics

Job Posting Title Athletic Coach

Facility T. DEWITT TAYLOR MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL

Category SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

Classification 03-Instructional/VUE

Posting Number 66330316

Date Posted 08/03/2026

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

• High School Graduate or GED
• 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.