NF/Classified HS Softball Assistant Coach

Hamilton County Schools; Heritage Hills (TN); On-site; USD 4,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Hamilton County Schools seeks coaches at Central High School in Chattanooga to support athletic programs and student-athlete development. The role requires completing NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching and First Aid, Health & Safety for Coaches, with annual certificate maintenance.

Additionally, coaches must adhere to state health-safety policies and ensure documentation (concussion and Sudden Cardiac Arrest certificates) is up to date.

Qualifications

• Experience or involvement in coaching programs.
• Ability to complete coaching education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure completion of NFHS “Fundamentals of Coaching” and “First Aid, Health, & Safety for Coaches” before starting.
• Maintain compliance with state health and safety policies (TSSAA/TMSAA).
• Keep concussion and Sudden Cardiac Arrest certificates on file annually.
• Complete NFHS Heat Illness Prevention and COVID-19 courses when applicable.

Skills

Coaching

Fundamentals of Coaching

Tools

NFHS Courses

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.

1. State Law (link- https://tssaa.org/health-safety-policies )
2. School Level AD should keep concussion Certificate- Copy on file every year.
3. School Level AD should keep Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certificate- Copy on file every year.
4. 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