Lay Coach - Softball Asst. Coach

Leesburg High School; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 2,300 - 2,500; Full time

Job summary

Leesburg High School in Leesburg, Florida, is seeking a Lay Coach for softball for the Lake County School District. The role involves coaching duties with supplemental pay upon completion of activity and certification through the Florida Department of Education, with costs borne by the applicant.

The district emphasizes a student-centered environment and community involvement. Starting immediately, the position requires Florida DOE coaching certification, fingerprinting, drug testing, and other

Qualifications

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Job description

Lay Coach - Softball Asst. Coach

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

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education , and Lake County School District (FL)

Job Details

Job ID: 5909168
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Synopsis

Leesburg High School

Welcome to Leesburg High School! We are “astudent-centered school focused on high expectations and achievement!” Through our collective belief, skill, and will, our students will graduate with college and career readiness. We believe that all learners will continuous grow and achieve at high levels, with a faculty and staff of lifelong learners. Leesburg High was built in 1927 and, as we have grown over the years, we still have that beautiful Spanish-architectural influence with the old Florida charm. Our school has a diverse student population and strong community ties. Leesburg is home, and we are Leesburg. Come join the Jacket family!

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: $2,326 to $2,492 Per Season
Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Reshonda Scott , Principal
• Leesburg High School
• Phone: [phone], Ext. 7010
• Email: [e-mail]