Middle School Assistant Coach- Softball (Spring)

Henrico County Public Schools; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 1,700 - 2,100; Part time

Job summary

Henrico County Public Schools is seeking an assistant coach to support the head coach in organizing and managing the school’s sports program. This role includes coordinating high-level practice sessions and ensuring student-athletes' leadership and teamwork during competitions.

The position emphasizes safety, coaching excellence, and effective travel and logistics for events, with a stipend-based compensation structure for the season.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a public-school athletic program.
• Proven ability to coordinate high-level practice sessions.
• Proven ability to provide exceptional leadership and coaching for student-athletes during all competitions.
• Prior experience in preparing athletes for interscholastic competitions.

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 fundamental skills, and knowledge of rules.
• Assists in the cleaning, storage, and proper care of all team equipment.

Skills

Athletic program management

Coaching leadership

Practice coordination

Student-safety

Job description

General Information

ID: 1978

Main Organization: Public Schools

Location: Quioccasin Middle School - 9400 Quioccasin Road, Henrico

Minimum Salary: $ 1,702.73

Posting Date: 09/10/2026

Closing Date: 11-10-2026

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 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 fundamental skills, and knowledge of rules.


• Assists in the cleaning, storage, and proper care of all team equipment.

Additional Information:

• Minimum Stipend Amount: $1,702.73 Annual /Season


• Stipend amount will be prorated based on actual start date if the assignment has already begun.


• In the event the position is shared between two candidates, the stipend will be split.


• 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.


• Proven ability to provide exceptional leadership and coaching for student-athletes during all competitions.


• Prior experience in preparing athletes for interscholastic competitions.

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