Freshman Football -Assistant Head Coach

Yorktown Central School Dist; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 4,400 - 4,500; Part time

Job summary

The Yorktown Central School District is seeking an Assistant Head Coach for Freshman Football to support the Head Coach and guide student athletes toward higher skill levels and teamwork.

Under Head Coach supervision, you will implement athletic policies, supervise practices and games, and ensure safety and sportsmanship. The role requires NYSED certification or equivalent teaching credential with CPR/First Aid and Concussion training. Immediate vacancy.

Qualifications

• NYSED Coach Certification or Certified Teacher with CPR, First Aid and Concussion Certification.
• Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport.
• Knowledge of technical aspects of the sport and ongoing study of new theories/procedures.
• Must be a role model for student athletes through instructions and actions.

Responsibilities

• Follows district athletic policies and procedures.
• Implements state and league regulations and interprets them for staff.
• Maintains proper administrative lines of command and attends required meetings.
• Continuously examines new theories and procedures in the field.
• Assist in planning and conducting practices and games.
• Travel with student athletes on team trips and enforce fundraising policies.
• Uphold discipline policies and promote sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles.
• Maintain student records with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Represent the school and district positively in interactions with community and media.

Skills

Coaching certification

Program organization

Coaching experience

Sports theory update

Role model for students

Job description

Freshman Football --Assistant Head Coach JobID: 2831

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 9/1/2026
• Location: High School
• Date Available: Immediate Vacancy

ASSISTANT HEAD COACH

Job Summary

This position is responsible for supporting the Head Coach with all assigned duties and coaching. The Assistant Coach, under the guidance of the Head Coach, will provide direction to the student athletes so that they might achieve a higher level of skill, as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork.

Minimum Qualifications

• NYSED Coach Certification or Certified Teacher with CPR, First Aid and Concussion Certification.
• Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport.
• The assistant coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.
• The assistant coach must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/her instructions and actions.

Primary Activities

• Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies approved by the Yorktown Central School District's Board of Education and is responsible for their implementation.
• Has knowledge of existing system, state and league regulations and implements them consistently and interprets them for staff.
• Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels. Is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.
• Continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks, Other duties may be assigned as appropriate:

• Follows and maintains knowledge of all District Policies and Procedures.
• Exhibits loyalty to the philosophy of the Head Coach.
• Assists instruction and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement.
• Assists in planning and setting up activities, practices and games.
• Travels with student athletes on the team bus both to and from games.
• Adheres to all financial policies of the District in regard to fundraising.
• Enforces discipline policies and emphasizes sportsmanship and health lifestyles.
• Supervises students in locker rooms ensuring appropriate behavior.
• Maintains a safe environment and facilities for student athletes at all times.
• Ensures that medical and safety requirements are followed.
• Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff parents, fellow coaches and officials and resolves conflicts in a professional manner.
• Appropriately maintains and secures confidential student records and inquiries.
• Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with students, parents, community, staff and the media.
• Completes and maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required by NYS Public High School Athletic Association.
• Attends work regularly and is punctual.
• Attends in-service training, pre-season coaches and parent meetings.
• The assistant coach must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/her instructions and actions.

Season

Fall - August 17, 2026 - November 15, 2026

Winter - November 9, 2026 - March 14, 2027

Stipend

$ 4,350.56

REVISED: 6/29/2026 (HR Department)

The Yorktown Central School District is an equal opportunity employer.

Postings current as of 9/19/2026 8:06:12 AM CST.