Head Coach - Football

Job Details

Starting Date:Immediately

Job Description

Season Dates: August 10, 2026-November 30, 2026

Qualifications:

• New Jersey Teacher's Certificate OR Substitute Teacher Certificate; proof of experience required for substitute certificate holder
• Coaching experience preferred, but not required
• Must be available daily during the fall sports season
• Must be certified in CPR and AED, and holding a current certificate in both
• Must obtain a "Concussion Awareness and Wellness" certificate or its equivalent, renewed annually
• Must Obtain a "Heat Acclimatization Awareness and Wellness" certificate or it's equivalent, renewed annually.
• All new coaches will have one year after being hired to successfully complete a course in "Sports First Aid".

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• MarQuette Burgess , Interim Athletic Supervisor
• 307 KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL
• Email: mburgess@paterson.k12.nj.us