NOHS Boys Asst Track Coach

Oldham County Schools; Goshen (KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Oldham County Schools is seeking an Assistant Coach to support middle and high school athletic programs under the head coach and athletic director. The role is a stipend-based paraprofessional position with coaching contracts renewed annually by school leadership.

The candidate should hold a high school diploma or GED, have at least 64 college credits or KHSAA training, and be at least 21 years old with CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 64 semester hours of college credit or completion of KHSAA professional development training.
• 21 years of age and above.
• Criminal records check as required by Kentucky state law.
• First aid and CPR certification or equivalent training.
• Knowledge of sporting rules, regulations and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach and/or other assistant coaches on one or more sports.
• Follow oral and written directions and policies.
• Read and apply game rules and school policies.
• Lift heavy objects as needed during activities.
• Promote sports in the school and community.
• Plan and supervise practices with the head coach.
• Teach basic skills, team concepts and sportsmanship.
• Ensure participants meet eligibility and insurance requirements.
• Provide positive role-modeling and support for student athletes.

Skills

Sports fundamentals

Health and safety regs

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

64 semester hours college credit

KHSAA professional development training

Job description

Assistant Coach

Job Goal: To assist the head coach and/or athletic director in various middle and high school athletic programs.

Job Type: Paraprofessional Job Class Code: 8346Position Type: StipendReports to: Head Coach/Principal/Athletic DirectorTerms of Employment: Employment will be on an as needed basis as determined by the Superintendent and will be subject to review for continuation on an annual basis. Stipend commensurate with adopted Oldham County Schools Extra-Curricular Sponsor Stipend Schedule. Coaching contracts are a one-year role and reappointment will be determined by the principal's annual recommendations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma, or G.E.D. certificate.
• 64 semester hours (minimum) of college credit; or completion of approved KHSAA professional development training as specified in bylaw 27.
• 21 Years of Age.
• Has met requirements of a criminal records check as specified by Kentucky State Law.
• Successful completion of first aid course and CPR certification, as well as any other applicable training requirements as specified by KHSAA Bylaw 27.
• Demonstrated knowledge of sporting rules, regulations and guidelines.

Critical Skills/Expertise Required

Knowledge of:

• Fundamentals of various sports.
• Health and Safety regulations.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Essential Job Functions

Ability to:

• Assist the head coach and/or other assistant coaches on one or more sports.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Lift heavy objects.

Performance Responsibilities

• Assist in promoting sports in the school and community.
• Assist the head coach in planning the athletic program.
• Assist the head coach in organizing and supervising practices.
• Assist the head coach in teaching individual fundamental skills, team plan, team strategy and rules and regulations of the game.
• Assist the head coach in teaching good sportsmanship and self-control.
• Assist in checking eligibility of participants, including insurance coverage and parent consent.
• Assist students by providing a proper role model, emotional support, patience, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Conduct learning experiences, under the direction of the coaches, with small groups of student athletes.
• Assist in the recommendation of the purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms as appropriate for the health, safety and welfare of student athletes.
• Demonstrates loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of Oldham County Schools.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

Adopted: January 15, 2020

Revised: April 2026