High Schools - Asst. Basketball Coach

Henrico County Public Schools; Virginia; On-site; USD 3,092,000 - 4,404,000; Full time

Job summary

Henrico County Public Schools is seeking an assistant coach at Hermitage High School to support the head coach across the sports program. You will help coordinate practices, lead student-athletes during games, and contribute to fundraising efforts while upholding sportsmanship and teamwork.

The role requires active involvement in regional competitions, adherence to VHSL guidelines, and reliable attendance. The stipend is paid hourly with a temporary posting through the district.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a public-school athletic program.
• Proven ability to coordinate high-level practice sessions.
• Experience in preparing athletes for interscholastic competitions.
• Experience in managing team fundraising efforts.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in the organization of the overall program.
• Assist in the supervision of student-athletes during daily practices and at games.
• Prepares players both physically and mentally for interscholastic competition through practice, teaching of fundamental skills, and knowledge of rules.
• Assists in the cleaning, storage, and proper care of all team equipment.
• Attends all required VHSL clinics.
• Regular attendance is required.

Skills

Program management

Practice coordination

Athlete preparation

Fundraising

Job description

General Information

ID: 2069

Main Organization: Public Schools

Location: Hermitage High School - 8301 Hungary Spring Road, Henrico

Minimum Salary: $ 2,721

Posting Date: 09/29/2026

Closing Date: 10-31-2026

Job Status: Hourly/Temporary

General Statement of Duties

The assistant coach supports the head coach in all aspects of the school's sports program, including coordinating high-level practice sessions and providing exceptional leadership and coaching for student-athletes during regional and state competitions. The assistant coach will support and facilitate the management of the team's fundraising efforts, play a role in ensuring the safe travel of student-athletes to and from games and competitions, and maintain the highest standards of sportsmanship and teamwork.

Essential Duties

• Assist the head coach in the organization of the overall program.
• Assist in the supervision of student- athletes during daily practices and at games.
• Prepares players both physically and mentally for interscholastic competition through practice, teaching of fundamental skills, and knowledge of rules.
• Assists in the cleaning, storage, and proper care of all team equipment.
• Attends all required VHSL clinics.
• Regular attendance is required.

Additional Information

• In the event that this assignment is shared or split, the selected candidate will receive 50% of the full stipend amount.
• Stipend amount will be prorated based on actual start date if the assignment has already begun.
• Applicants selected for interviews will be contacted by the school.

Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period.

Minimum Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a public-school athletic program.
• Proven ability to coordinate high-level practice sessions.
• Prior experience in preparing athletes for interscholastic competitions.
• Prior experience in managing team fundraising efforts.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
• Tuberculosis Screening/Test

EEO Statement

Henrico County Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. EOE/Accommodations Upon Request