Head Athletic Coach - Indoor Track 26/27 SY

SPOTSYLVANIA HIGH SCHOOL; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Contract position

Job summary

SPOTSYLVANIA HIGH SCHOOL in Spotsylvania, Virginia seeks a Head Athletic Coach for Indoor Track (26/27 SY) to develop a competitive, representation-driven program. The role emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and strong character among student-athletes.

Responsibilities include supervising coaches, coordinating with the Athletic Director on staffing and facilities, ensuring eligibility and safety, and promoting high academic standards for athletes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 18+ years old.
• One year of coaching experience in the sport assigned.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or ability to enroll in training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining high academic standards for student-athletes.
• Direct and supervise assistant coaches and evaluate their performance.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Director on safety, equipment, and facilities.
• Lead the varsity team during training, practices, and competitions.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Teamwork

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

18 years of age

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

Head Athletic Coach - Indoor Track 26/27 SY

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Job Details

Job ID: 5927042
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Spotsylvania County Public Schools is seeking an energetic Head Athletic Coach to develop a competitive and representative team in the sport to which they are assigned. In doing so, our Coaches emphasize developmental ideals of teamwork, leadership, character, athletic skills, and wholesome attitudes amongst teammates and sport participants.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in maintaining high academic standards for all student-athletes.
• Assists the Athletic Director and Principal in the hiring and/or retention of Assistant Coaches.
• Directs, supervises, and evaluates regularly the performance of all Assistant Coaches of the respective sport.
• Works cooperatively with the Athletic Director to ensure proper insurance coverage for all athletes.
• Works cooperatively with other Head Athletic Coaches in order to operate a well-balanced athletic program.
• Directs the training, conditioning, and performance of the varsity athletic team and leads, supervises, and assists the Assistant Coaches in their efforts with the team assigned to them.
• Acts as a positive influence upon the behavior of members of his/her athletic staff and teams.
• Engages and directs the team at all varsity contests and to be present at as many junior varsity and freshman contests as possible; supervises athletes at invitational meets or postseason competitions.
• Advises the Athletic Director in the selection and performance evaluations of officials.
• Recommends to the Athletic Director the type and amount of equipment and supplies needed to conduct the sports program; Provides for the inventory and care of equipment.
• Advises the Athletic Director of the condition of athletic facilities and needs for their preparation and maintenance.
• Recommends to the Athletic Director and/or Principal the removal of athletes from the team(s) when training or eligibility regulations have not been met.
• Ensures that all athletes have undergone and passed medical examinations before the regular practice season begins.
• Organizes a system for encouraging students to try out for his/her team and to develop and recruit equipment manager(s), scorekeepers, statisticians, ball runners, etc., for all teams.
• Collects and maintains file records, statistics, new items, and photographs for all the athletic teams under his/her supervision.
• Observes sub-varsity practices and games.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• 18 years of age
• One (1) year of coaching experience in the sport assigned
• CPR and First Aid Certification or ability to enroll and successful complete a CPR and First Aid training course

Preferred

• 21 years of age
• Current teacher or classified employee of Spotsylvania County Public Schools

About Spotsylvania County Public Schools:

Comprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24,000, Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia. To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools, please visit our website at https://www.spotsylvania.k12.va.us/ .

Employment Terms: Employment may be offered as a fixed stipend that is additional to an employee's annual salary or income.

We look forward to welcoming you to the #WeAreSpotsy team.

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Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non-discrimination in the workplace.

Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made.

Position Type: Contract

Salary: $2,819 Stipend

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jeremy Jack , Activities Director
• SPOTSYLVANIA HIGH SCHOOL
• Email: [e-mail]