Outdoor Track Assistant Coach

Salem City School District; Salem (NJ); On-site; USD 3,000 - 7,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem City Schools in Salem High School seeks an Outdoor Track Assistant Coach for 2026-2027. The assistant will support the development and maintenance of a high-quality athletics program emphasizing proper techniques, sportsmanship, safety, and positive interscholastic experiences for athletes.

The role requires a thorough knowledge of coaching practices, VHSL rules, strong communication, leadership, and the stamina to motivate others.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of coaching practices, methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of VHSL bylaws, rules and regulations.
• High level of oral and written communication, leadership and stamina.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and maintenance of a high-quality athletics program.
• Emphasize correct techniques, sportsmanship, safety and positive interscholastic experiences for athletes.

Skills

Coaching knowledge

VHSL bylaws

Communication skills

Leadership

Stamina

Team collaboration

Job description

Salem City Schools is seeking qualified applicants to serve as the Outdoor Track Assistant Coach at Salem High School for the 2026-2027.

The assistant coach will assist in the development and maintenance of a high-quality athletics program in the sport served which emphasizes correct and proper techniques, sportsmanship, safety, and healthy competitive attitudes and which affords positive interscholastic athletics experiences to the participating athletes.

Applicants must have a thorough knowledge of the practices, methods, and techniques used in coaching; knowledge of VHSL bylaws, rules, and regulations; a high degree of oral and written communication skills; outstanding leadership and personal characteristics; a high degree of ability to motivate others; a high degree of stamina must be exhibited from past experiences as well as the ability to work with and through others.

Outdoor track season opens in February 2026.

Position is open until filled.