Outdoor Track Assistant Coach

Amherst County High School; Amherst (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Amherst County High School in Amherst, Virginia is seeking an Outdoor Track Assistant Coach to support the athletics program this season. You will work with student-athletes to develop techniques, promote sportsmanship, and ensure safe practices during practices and meets.

The role is part-time with compensation based on degree and experience, and requires coaching experience. Immediate starting date and collaboration with the athletic director are essential.

Qualifications

• Coaches and instructs players regarding rules, equipment, and techniques.
• Observes players during practice and competition to identify improvement needs.
• Maintains pupil behavior standards and supervises athletes.

Responsibilities

• Attends staff development meetings to improve coaching performance.
• Performs other duties as assigned by school principal or athletic director.

Skills

Coaching experience

Student mentoring

Group instruction

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Outdoor Track Assistant Coach

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Job Details

Job ID: 5626032

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Sep 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Essential Duties

• Performs duties as assigned by head coach.


• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.


• Observes players, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.


• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.


• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.


• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.


• Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.


• Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport.


• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.


• Participates in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.


• Models nondiscriminatory practices

Other Duties

• Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.


• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the school principal, athletic director, or other appropriate

Required Experience: Coaching experience preferred

Salary: Compensation will be based on degree and experience as described in the Amherst County Public School Teachers’ Salary Scale Schedule and Supplemental Index

Position Type: Part-Time