NF/Classified HS Softball Assistant Coach

Hamilton County Department of Education; Harrison Point (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Central High School in Chattanooga, operated by Hamilton County Department of Education, is seeking a dedicated coaching staff member to lead athletic programs while complying with NFHS standards and local health and safety policies.

The role requires completing mandatory coaching and safety courses before starting, and maintaining up-to-date certificates on file each year to ensure athlete welfare and program integrity.

Qualifications

• Coaches must complete NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching and First Aid, Health, & Safety for Coaches.
• ASEP Coaching Education Course completed before May 15, 2013 exempts NFHS courses.
• NFHS Heat Illness Prevention required annually.
• NFHS COVID-19 Course required for all coaches.
• Must comply with state health and safety policies for athletic programs.

Responsibilities

• Complete required NFHS and ASEP courses prior to assuming the position.
• Maintain copies of concussion, Sudden Cardiac Arrest, and other safety certificates on file yearly.
• Ensure compliance with TSSAA/ TMSAA health and safety policies and procedures.
• Complete NFHS Heat Illness Prevention and COVID-19 courses as required.

Skills

NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching

First Aid Health Safety for Coaches

NFHS Heat Illness Prevention

NFHS COVID-19 Course

ASEP Coaching Education

Job description

Overview

Central High School is more than a school—it is a community built on over a century of excellence, resilience, and tradition. Proudly serving Chattanooga and the surrounding communities, Central High School has been shaping the lives of students for more than 100 years through a commitment to academic achievement, character development, and meaningful relationships.

At Central, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to discover their potential and pursue their passions. Our dedicated faculty and staff work collaboratively to create a supportive, engaging, and challenging learning environment where students are empowered to excel in the classroom, on the stage, in athletic competition, and through service to the community.

While we proudly honor our rich history, we are equally focused on preparing students for the future. Through innovative instruction, diverse extracurricular opportunities, and a culture of high expectations, we equip every student with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive in college, careers, and life.

At Chattanooga Central High School, tradition inspires us, excellence drives us, and our students remain at the heart of everything we do.

Responsibilities

Non-faculty Coaches and Classified Employee Coaches must complete the NFHS “Fundamentals of Coaching” and “First Aid, Health, & Safety for Coaches” courses prior to assuming the position. Coaches who have successfully completed the ASEP Coaches Education Course prior to May 15, 2013, will not be required to take the NFHS courses.

• State Law (link- https://tssaa.org/health-safety-policies )
• School Level AD should keep concussion Certificate- Copy on file every year.
• School Level AD should keep Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certificate- Copy on file every year.
• TSSAA/TMSAA (link- https://tssaa.org/health-safety-policies )
• When applicable, completion of "Fundamentals of Coaching"- Copy on file.
• When applicable, completion of "First Aid, Health, & Safety"- Copy on file.
• NEW - When applicable, completion of “NFHS Heat Illness Prevention” course- Copy on file every year. Link: https://nfhslearn.com/courses?utf8=%E2%9C%93&searchText=heat+
• NEW - All Coaches must complete the NFHS COVID-19 Course. Link: https://nfhslearn.com/courses/covid-19-for-coaches-and-administrators