Lay Coach - Boys JV Basketball Coach

Lake-County-School-District-; Florida; On-site; USD 1,800 - 1,900; Full time

Job summary

Tavares High School in Florida is seeking a Lay Coach for the Boys JV Basketball program. The Lake County School District will consider eligible applicants who can obtain FLDOE athletic coaching certification.

Compensation is paid as a one-time season payment after the season concludes. Applicants must meet the district's requirements (citizenship/residency/work eligibility) and cover certification and fingerprint costs upfront; total estimated upfront costs are around $177+.

Job description

Lay Coach - Boys JV Basketball Coach

Lake County School District (FL) Tavares High School - Tavares, Florida Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5883459
Application Deadline: Sep 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 12, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Synopsis

Tavares High School

Tavares High School is located just a few blocks away from picturesque downtown Tavares, also known as "America's Seaplane City." Tavares has a popular seaplane base on Lake Dora just a short walk from the high school. Roughly 80 teachers and 1,500 students attend school in the classic Florida style building. Mission statement: The mission of Tavares High School is to prepare students to become confident, self-directed, lifelong learners who will make positive contributions to society.

Supplements for cleared and hired lay coaches are paid as a one-time payment upon completion of activity and satisfactory inventory, after a sport/season has concluded.

In order to become a new Lay Coach for Lake County Schools, an applicant will have to apply and be eligible for Athletic Coaching certification through the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE).

In addition to certification fees, there are costs associated with becoming a Lay Coach which will have to be paid by the applicant prior to being approved for hire (subject to change):

• $75.00 - FLDOE Certification Fees
• $82.00 - Fingerprinting
• $20.00 - Drug Test Fee
• $Varies - CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
• Total Cost: $177+

If you are submitted for hire as a Lay Coach, you will be contacted by a Human Resources representative to review new hire paperwork, certification and fingerprinting/drug testing requirements.

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.065, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you must attach the proper and applicable documentation, such as DD Form 214, Disability Ratings, Marriage Verification, etc. to the application beforesubmitting, in order for the district to consider your request.

The Lake County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Lake County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Position Type: Variable

Salary: $1,750 to $1,925 Per Season

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Greg Raczkowski , Assistant Principal
• Tavares High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]