Odyssey/Olympia Modified Football Coach

Greece Central School District • Olympia, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Greece Central School District is seeking a Modified Football Coach for the Fall 2026-2027 season. The district values diversity, inclusion, and equity, and seeks stakeholders who can collaborate to ensure these principles are promoted through policies, regulations, practices, programs, and services.

Requirements

• A valid New York State teaching certificate in Physical Education (K-12) or another classroom subject area, a Professional Coaching Certificate, or eligibility for a Temporary Coaching License.
• Valid and acceptable First Aid, CPR, and AED certificates for coaches at the time of appointment.
• Completion of the following coursework prior to appointment: Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse, SAVE, DASA.
• Completion of Concussion coursework.
• Willingness to enroll in and complete the Coaching Course Options within the first two years of coaching.
• All new employees must be fingerprinted and cleared for employment through the NYS Education Department before employment begins.
• Responsibility for the fingerprinting fee of $102.00.

Nice To Haves

• Years of overall coaching experience.
• Years of coaching experience in a specific sport.
• Years of coaching experience at various levels (Youth Organizations, Modified, Junior Varsity and/or Varsity).
• Performance in previous coaching positions.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and positively with students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Coach Fall 2026-2027 season.
• Develop and manage a strong grade 7-12 athletic program.
• Oversee an in-season and off-season conditioning and strength program.
• Expand and develop an in-community feeder program.
• Develop a unified and committed coaching staff.
• Emphasize academics, sportsmanship, and chemical-free sports participation.
• Encourage multiple sport participation by team members.

Benefits

• The Greece Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED