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How much do ohsaa football coaching jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for ohsaa football coaching in the United States is $18.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.22 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are OHSAA football coaches?

OHSAA football coaches are individuals who coach high school football teams in Ohio under the regulations of the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA). They are responsible for developing players' skills, creating game strategies, and ensuring adherence to OHSAA rules and sportsmanship standards. OHSAA football coaches must meet specific certification and training requirements to be eligible to coach. Their role is critical in guiding student-athletes both on and off the field, promoting teamwork, discipline, and academic achievement.

What are some common challenges OHSAA football coaches face during the season, and how can they effectively address them?

OHSAA football coaches often encounter challenges such as balancing player development with competitive performance, managing roster changes due to injuries or academic ineligibility, and ensuring compliance with OHSAA regulations. Effective communication with athletes, staff, and parents is crucial, as is staying organized with scheduling and eligibility documentation. Coaches can address these challenges by fostering a positive team culture, leveraging support from assistant coaches and athletic directors, and regularly participating in OHSAA training and meetings to stay updated on rules and best practices.

What is the difference between Ohsaa Football Coaching vs Ohsaa Assistant Football Coach?

AspectOhsaa Football CoachingOhsaa Assistant Football Coach
CertificationsCoaching certification, background checkSame as head coach, often required
Work EnvironmentHead of team, responsible for strategySupports head coach, assists with training
ResponsibilitiesGame planning, team managementPlayer development, drills, support roles

Ohsaa Football Coaching involves leading the team, making strategic decisions, and overseeing all aspects of the program. In contrast, the Ohsaa Assistant Football Coach supports the head coach, focusing on player development and assisting with game and practice preparations. Both roles require similar certifications and work within the same environment, but their responsibilities differ in scope and leadership level.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an OHSAA Football Coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as an OHSAA Football Coach, you need a strong understanding of football strategy, player development, and must meet OHSAA certification requirements, including completing the Pupil Activity Permit and concussion training. Familiarity with video analysis software, digital playbooks, and athlete management systems is often required. Leadership, motivational skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for inspiring athletes and managing teams. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, compliant, and successful programs that foster athlete growth and competitive performance.
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Infographic showing various Ohsaa Football Coaching job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,021 per year, or $18.8 per hour.
Football Coaching Positions 2026/2027 SY

Football Coaching Positions 2026/2027 SY

Ashtabula Area City School District

Ashtabula, OH โ€ข On-site

Other

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

  • Head Football Coach
  • Varsity Assistant Football Coach (2 Positions)
  • Jr. Varsity Assistant Football Coach (2 Positions)
  • Jr. High Head Football Coach
  • Jr. High Assistant Football Coach (3 Positions)
  • Summer Conditioning
  1. Current and valid CPR, First Aid, Concussion Training, Pupil Activity Certification, NFHS, Ohio Sudden Cardiac Arrest training
  2. Prior successful football coaching experience
  3. Current Ohio Teaching Certification/Licensure preferred

DUTIES:

  1. Shows loyalty to System
  2. Responsible for issuing, care, and collection of equipment
  3. Supervises players in areas under coach's responsibility
  4. To build positive relationships with student athletes, parents and support groups for the benefit of the players and the football program. Program decisions should reflect building positive relationships whenever possible
  5. Oversee and coordinate the entire football program (grades 7 12) and assist other feeder programs to insure a successful comprehensive football program. Offensive, defensive, & special team schemes should be taught at the appropriate level to insure continuity and repetition within the entire program
  6. Reach out to the general student body (grades 7 12) and other feeder programs within the area to encourage participation in the football program
  7. Reach out to parents and community members to help increase participation and promote a positive image of the Ashtabula Area City Schools and its football program
  8. Work closely with the Athletic Director and Building Principals to promote academic achievement and positive character development of our football players (grades 7 12)
  9. Provide a fair due process procedure for student athlete discipline that includes parental participation. Be willing to work through the development process of our young people by using well thought outย  discipline procedures that use expulsion as a last resort
  10. Work closely with the Athletic Director to schedule football contest (grades 7-12)
  11. Promote school and community spirit for our football program by attending school rallies, booster, civic and other meetings marketing the football program
  12. Run a football program with great enthusiasm and energy that is visible. Instill in the players a sense of individual and team spirit of competition
  13. Run a football program that always demonstrates class that is visible. Demonstrate and instill in the players an attitude of good sportsmanship, which teaches solid moral and ethical values
  14. Work together in a professional manner with financial support groups and the Athletic Director to run the program, at a minimum, capable of financially sustaining itself
  15. Work with Athletic Director to select assistant football coaches
  16. Lead, teach, and evaluate the assistant coaching staff (grades 7 12) in relationship to the goals of the comprehensive successful football program as stated in this job description
  17. Provide a winter and summer conditioning program (grades 7 12) within the rules of the OHSAA that insures maximum participation and supervision. These programs are to be used to encourage maximum participation and not to exclude participants from coming out for the team
  18. Oversee and coordinate all football summer camps for the District
  19. Promote and develop a good working relationship with all coaches and teachers within the District
  20. Support our student athletes in college preparation activities, e.g. application, testing, financial aid
  21. Promote our student athletes with college recruiters. Great effort should be given to place student athletes at the Division I, II, or III level to play football in college. Effort should also be given to insure a career path for those student athletes that will not play football in college
  22. Abide by the rules and regulations of the OHSAA and Ashtabula Area City Schools Board of Education
  23. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Principal, and/or Athletic Director


SALARY:ย  As per the Master Agreement.
AATA Members please apply in keeping with the Master Agreement between the Board of Education and the Ashtabula Area Teachers Associations