NOHS Cheer Asst Coach (2026-27)

Oldham County Schools; Kentucky; On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school district in Kentucky is seeking a Paraprofessional for athletics coaching. The role involves assisting the head coach with various middle and high school athletic programs. Candidates must have a high school diploma or G.E.D., 64 hours of college credit, and be certified in CPR and first aid. Strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of sports regulations are crucial. The position is on an as-needed basis, with a stipend per district policies.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Successful completion of a criminal records check.
• Completion of first aid course and CPR certification.
• Criminal records check as required by Kentucky law.
• First aid and CPR certification required.
• Knowledge of sporting rules and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach and/or other assistant coaches on sports.
• Promote sports in the school and community.
• Check eligibility of participants including insurance coverage.
• Promote sports within the school and community.
• Assist in planning and supervising practices.
• Teach fundamentals, team strategy, and sportsmanship.

Skills

Fundamentals of various sports

Health and Safety regulations

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate

64 semester hours of college credit or approved professional development training

KHSAA professional development training

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 4/20/2026
• Location: North Oldham High School

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: 8346

Position Type

Stipend | Reports to: Head Coach/Principal/Athletic Director

Terms 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

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

Essential Job Functions

• 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.