High School Assistant Coach — Lead Teams & Mentor Athletes

Chesterfield County Public Schools; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesterfield County Public Schools is seeking a high school athletics leader to provide supervision, coaching instruction, and guidance across varsity and junior varsity teams.

The role focuses on developing student athletes, ensuring compliance with district and VHSL rules, and fostering community partnerships to support athletic programs. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills, with a commitment to safety and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive environment.
• Working knowledge about athletic program regulations.
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
• Effectively uses verbal, nonverbal, writing, and listening skills.
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Exercises self-control and perseverance when dealing with students.
• Completes paperwork timely and accurately.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in all phases of the game, sport, or activity.
• Work with student athletes to improve personal and teamwork skills.
• Provide guidance and encouragement to help students profit from their participation.
• Maintain compliance of Chesterfield County Public Schools and Virginia High School League rules, regulations, and policies that pertain to athletic programs.
• Promotes a favorable image of the school district. Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs and services.
• Work with the athletic director to evaluate program needs.
• Promotes the proper use and care of school property.
• Communicate effectively with the team, staff, parents, administration, community and the media.
• Handle financial items for the athletic program, including the inventory and purchase of equipment and the collection of fees.
• Participate in athletic department fund-raisers.
• Complete all necessary forms, including VHSL required master eligibility forms.
• Organize and maintain proper records, including VHSL physical forms, insurance information and team statistics and information.
• Be knowledgeable of, monitor, and maintain compliance of applicable health and safety practices.

Skills

Communication

Professionalism

Rule knowledge

Conflict resolution

Record keeping

Job description

Chesterfield County Public Schools is seeking a high school athletics leader to provide supervision, coaching instruction, and guidance across varsity and junior varsity teams.

The role focuses on developing student athletes, ensuring compliance with district and VHSL rules, and fostering community partnerships to support athletic programs. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills, with a commitment to safety and record-keeping.