Baseball Junior Varsity Assistant Coach (Spring 2027)

Plainfield School District; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Plainfield High School, part of the Plainfield School District, invites applications for an Athletics/Activities/Coaching role. This position supports the school's athletic programs, mentors students, and works closely with coaches and teachers.

Candidates should hold a BA, possess a valid NJ teaching certificate, CPR/AED and Sports First Aid, and have prior coaching experience. Salary terms will follow the applicable PEA contract.

Qualifications

• Education: BA Degree.
• Requirement: (Valid County Substitute Certificate may be sufficient).
• Experience: Prior assistant or head coaching experience preferred.
• Certification: Valid New Jersey Teaching Certificate, CPR/AED and Sports First Aid.

Skills

Coaching experience

Education

BA Degree

New Jersey Teaching Certificate

Tools

CPR/AED certification

Sports First Aid

Job description

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching

Date Posted: 9/8/2026

Location: Plainfield High School

Date Available: TBD

Closing Date: 10/27/2026

Qualifications

• Education: BA Degree (Note: only in very special and unusual situations, the county Substitute requirements may be sufficient).
• Requirement: (Valid County Substitute Certificate may be sufficient).
• Experience: Previous assistant or head coaching experience is desired. Sufficient participation in the designated sport where basic skills and techniques of the game are learned and some mastered.
• Certification: Valid New Jersey Teaching Certificate, CPR/AED and Sports First Aid (Please submit a copy of certifications)

NOTE: salaries; may change per new PEA contract