Track and Field - Girls - Head Coach

Young World Physical Education; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitehall Yearling High School in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Head Coach for Girls Track & Field to lead team preparation and competition strategy. Responsibilities include coaching, practice planning, and coordination with the athletic director for scheduling interscholastic events.

The role requires a valid Ohio certification/licensure, a bachelor’s degree, and a Pupil Activity Supervisor Permit. Strong communication with parents and adherence to safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Valid Ohio certification/licensure is required.
• Pupil Activity Supervisor Permit is required.

Responsibilities

• Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
• Plans and schedules a regular program of practice in season.
• Works closely with the athletic director in the scheduling of intramural and interscholastic contests.
• Recommends purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms, as appropriate.
• Maintains necessary attendance forms, insurance records, and similar paperwork.
• Oversees the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present.
• Establishes performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition in the coach’s sport.
• Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and establishes and oversees penalties for breach of such standards by the individual students.
• Maintains communication with parents & parent organizations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Valid Ohio certification/licensure

Pupil Activity Supervisor Permit

Job description

Whitehall City School District Whitehall Yearling High School - Columbus, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Track and Field - Girls - Head Coach

Whitehall City School District Whitehall Yearling High School - Columbus, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5876324

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 07, 2026 7:05 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Title

Head Coach

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio certification/licensure
• Bachelor’s degree
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pupil Activity Supervisor Permit

Reports To

Athletic Director/Principal

Job Goal

To help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.

Performance Responsibilities

1. Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
2. Plans and schedules a regular program of practice in season.
3. Works closely with the athletic director in the scheduling of intramural and interscholastic contests.
4. Recommends purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms, as appropriate.
5. Maintains necessary attendance forms, insurance records, and similar paperwork.
6. Oversees the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present.
7. Establishes performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition in the coach’s sport.
8. Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and establishes and oversees penalties for breach of such standards by the individual students.
9. Maintains communication with parents & parent organizations.

Terms of Employment

Salary and work year as established by the Board and terms of contract.

Evaluation

Performance of this job is evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Additional Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.
• Excellent observation and communication skills
• May perform strenuous tasks, such as lifting, when working with students.
• Assisting students with behavioral/management needs
• Frequent evening and/or weekend work

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Please Contact School District
• 2080 Citygate Dr
• Columbus, Ohio 43219
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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