Softball Varsity Assistant Coach (Spring 2027)

Plainfield School District; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Plainfield School District in Plainfield High School is seeking an Athletics/Activities/Coaching professional. Date Posted: 9/8/2026. Location: Plainfield High School.

Date Available: TBD; Closing Date: 10/27/2026. Qualifications include a BA degree, NJ teaching certificate, CPR/AED and Sports First Aid. Previous coaching experience is desired; substitute certificate may suffice in unique cases.

Qualifications

• Requires a BA Degree; substitutes may be considered in special cases.
• Valid County Substitute Certificate may be sufficient.
• Experience as assistant or head coach is desirable; familiarity with the sport's basics and drills.

Skills

Coaching experience

Substitute teaching certificate.

Education

BA Degree

Tools

New Jersey Teaching Certificate

CPR/AED

Sports First Aid

Job description

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching

Date Posted: 9/8/2026

Location: Plainfield High School

Date Available: TBD

Closing Date: 10/27/2026

Qualifications

• Education: BA Degree (Note: only in very special and unusual situations, the county Substitute requirements may be sufficient).
• Requirement: (Valid County Substitute Certificate may be sufficient).
• Experience: Previous assistant or head coaching experience is desired. Sufficient participation in the designated sport where basic skills and techniques of the game are learned and some mastered.
• Certification: Valid New Jersey Teaching Certificate, CPR/AED and Sports First Aid (Please submit a copy of certifications)

NOTE: salaries; may change per new PEA contract