Lay Coach - JV Softball Coach

Lake-County-School-District-; Florida; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Lake County School District is accepting applications for a Lay Coach at Tavares High School in Tavares, Florida. The district notes that candidates must obtain Florida Department of Education Athletic Coaching certification, with certification and fingerprinting costs borne by the applicant, and no visa sponsorship is provided.

Position pays $1,755 to $1,879 per season, with duties including supporting athletics programs and ensuring compliance with district requirements.

Qualifications

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• To become a Lay Coach, complete FLDOE Athletic Coaching certification; certification costs and fingerprinting may be required.
• Notes: no visa sponsorship; applicants must cover cert/fees.
• Job duties involve coaching duties at Tavares High School athletics, per season compensation.

Skills

Citizenship residencia or work visa

Job description

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5927987
Application Deadline: Sep 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 15, 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.

If you have additional questions about the position, please reach out to the hiring manager and/or athletic director at the school/department to which you are applying, as noted below in this job posting.

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.

Notes: (1) This role does not provide for employment visa sponsorship. (2)In accordance with House Bill 521, the Agency for Health Care Administration created a public webpage to provide education and awareness of care provider background screening. Click the following link for webpage: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Veterans' Preference Information

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: $1,755 to $1,879 Per Season

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Trey Grant , Athletic Director
• Tavares High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]