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Path to College

College Coach

Lake Worth Beach, FL · On-site

$14.75 - $19.25/hr

College Coach POSITION SUMMARY As a College Coach at Path to College, you will support our students as they participate in our program and apply to college. Most of your responsibilities will focus ...

Jackson College

Assistant Softball Coach

Jackson, MI · On-site

External:Regular contact with JC students, prospective students, community members, the media, high school coaches, area Athletic Directors, college coaches, game officials, and NJCAA & MCCAA ...

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How much do college coaches jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for college coaches in the United States is $19.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between College Coaches vs Athletic Directors?

AspectCollege CoachesAthletic Directors
Required CredentialsCoaching certifications, bachelor's degree, experience in coachingDegree in sports management, business, or related field; experience in sports administration
Work EnvironmentOn-field or court coaching, training athletes, game strategyAdministrative office, overseeing sports programs, managing staff
Employer & Industry UsageColleges, universities, sports teamsEducational institutions, sports organizations, colleges
Common Search & ComparisonFocus on coaching roles, athlete developmentFocus on program management, sports administration

While College Coaches primarily focus on training athletes and game strategy, Athletic Directors oversee entire sports programs, including hiring coaches, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Both roles are vital in the sports industry but differ in responsibilities and daily tasks.

How much money do college coaches make?

College coaches' salaries vary widely depending on the level of competition, sport, and institution. Head coaches at Division I schools can earn from $100,000 to over $1 million annually, while assistant coaches typically earn between $30,000 and $100,000. Factors such as experience, success, and the school's budget influence compensation.

What qualifications do you need to be a college coach?

College coaches typically need a bachelor's degree, often in a related field such as sports management or physical education. Relevant experience as an athlete or assistant coach, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of the sport are also important; some positions may require coaching certifications or licenses.
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Infographic showing various College Coaches job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, and 60% Part Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,970 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

AmeriCorps Kentucky College Coach

Nku

Highland Heights, KY • On-site

$1.8K/mo

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Position Title:

AmeriCorps Kentucky College Coach

Position Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

About the Role:

Kentucky College Coaches are AmeriCorps State and National members that assist high school students with selecting, applying to, and being accepted to a college or career of their choice. This involves hosting school-wide activities and mentoring core students from each grade level (9th-12th grade), as designated by the member's site supervisor.
These priority core students will be students who: 1) will likely get through high school, but who are unlikely to go to college 2) would be first-generation college attendees and/or 3) are from low-income families.

Duration: September 1, 2026 - June 31, 2027 (10months)*

Living Allowance/Pay: $1,850 per month in living allowance, lessFICAand other applicable taxes

Benefits: Assistance applying for healthcare and childcare, education award of a maximum of $5,176.50 per service term upon fulfillment of contract, federal student loan forbearance eligibility, and professional development

Minimum Qualifications:Associate'sdegree* (preferred), excellent communication and organizational skills, and mentoring experience.

More Information:

Efforts to reach both the whole-school population and the priority students should be measurable in terms of the following:

  • Number of priority students assigned to a Kentucky College Coach who persist in the program throughout the school year

  • Number of students graduating from high school

  • Number of students entering post-secondary institutions

  • Number of studentsthat arecareer ready

The Kentucky College Coach should work to help the schoolattainthe following benchmarks:

  • Number of students reaching college readiness benchmarks in math and reading as measured by the 11thgrade ACT

  • Number of students applying to college

  • Number of students filing the FAFSA

  • Number of students moving from high school and accessing remedial courses during the first year of college

Methods the Kentucky College Coach will employ in mentoring can include any of the following (asdeemedappropriate bythe school site supervisor):

  • Helping students in career planning

  • Helping students with time and organizational skills

  • Recruiting volunteers within the community toassistwith career awareness

  • Assistingwith classroom instruction by embedding college planning materials among core content

  • Assistingteachers andschoolcounselors to develop effective tutoring plans for students who need academicassistanceand linking students to volunteers in the community and at local colleges for tutoring

  • Mentoring students about high school courseselectionand placement testing scores which can lead to successful college admission

  • Helping students develop financial literacy skills

  • Incorporating college-bound curriculum within the site school

  • Assistingwith family nights, as related to college admission

  • Other types of mentoringbasedon the needs of students and the direction of school staff and policy.

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Members must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. national, or legal permanent resident alien.

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