Coach Jobs in Virginia
Coach jobs in Virginia are concentrated in K-12 athletic programs, collegiate sports, corporate wellness, and private fitness sectors, with demand at every level from entry-level assistant roles to head coaching and executive leadership development positions. The busiest hiring metros are Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Virginia Beach, where institutions like Fairfax County Public Schools, the University of Virginia, and Virginia Commonwealth University maintain consistent coaching staff. The most in-demand specialties are strength and conditioning, academic and executive coaching, and youth athletic development. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/102671
- Henrico County, Virginia, United States
- Career Coach (Reynolds)
- J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Title: Career Coach
Agency: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Location: Henrico - 087
FLSA: Nonexempt
Hiring Range: $30/hour
Full Time or Part Time: Part Time
Additional Detail
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
- Provide comprehensive support to students in the ACA program, including academic planning, career exploration, transfer assistance, and preparation for transition to four-year institutions.
- Promote ACA student success, retention, and completion through regular progress monitoring, early identification of barriers, proactive interventions, and referrals to appropriate academic and student support resources.
- Complete annual career coaching requirements for each ACA cohort, including individual student meetings, group sessions, and classroom presentations. Meet with each student in one designated ACA grade-level cohort monthly from September through April and document interactions in the VCCS Case Management System.
- Support all general dual enrollment students with admissions, enrollment, registration, course selection, and college transition processes to ensure equitable access to college-level opportunities.
- Serve as a liaison between Reynolds Community College and J. R. Tucker High School students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators to strengthen communication and coordinate student support.
- Represent Reynolds at high school recruitment events, including ACA-specific activities, to promote college programs and dual enrollment opportunities.
- Assist with ACA activities and field trips, including serving as a chaperone for the summer overnight experience for rising 11th graders, when applicable.
- Maintain accurate written and digital records of student interactions, academic progress, case management activities, work hours, and enrollment documentation.
- Meet at least biweekly with the ACA Director to coordinate activities that support student entry into the program, persistence and retention, successful completion, and transition to university programs.
- Meet at least monthly with the ACA School Counselor to review student enrollment, monitor progress, and coordinate the timely submission of required documentation to Reynolds’ Admissions Office.
- Coordinate with high school personnel and Reynolds departments to address enrollment barriers, resolve student concerns, and connect students with appropriate academic and college support services.
- Attend all required meetings and professional development trainings to maintain compliance with college and dual enrollment program requirements.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of academic requirements for high school graduation, community college enrollment, ACA curriculum and local and regional career opportunities is required.
- The ACA career coach must utilize computer software to maintain records, input data, and produce written reports.
- Demonstrated ability to provide post-secondary education academic and career information, mentoring, coordinate student activities and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Must produce documentation of activities and possess the ability to develop positive working relationship with students, parents, secondary school faculty, secondary school staff, college faculty, college staff, secondary and post-secondary educational institutions and the general public.
- A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university program is required.
- A Bachelor’s degree with five (5) years of post-baccalaureate experience in a secondary or post-secondary educational setting may be substituted.
- Experience working with a variety of people in an academic advisory capacity is required.
- Experience working in both a post-secondary setting and secondary setting is preferred.
- Experience with the Virginia Education Wizard is preferred.
- https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/102671
- Henrico County, Virginia, United States
- Career Coach (Reynolds)
- J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Title: Career Coach
Agency: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Location: Henrico - 087
FLSA: Nonexempt
Hiring Range: $30/hour
Full Time or Part Time: Part Time
Additional Detail
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
- Provide comprehensive support to students in the ACA program, including academic planning, career exploration, transfer assistance, and preparation for transition to four-year institutions.
- Promote ACA student success, retention, and completion through regular progress monitoring, early identification of barriers, proactive interventions, and referrals to appropriate academic and student support resources.
- Complete annual career coaching requirements for each ACA cohort, including individual student meetings, group sessions, and classroom presentations. Meet with each student in one designated ACA grade-level cohort monthly from September through April and document interactions in the VCCS Case Management System.
- Support all general dual enrollment students with admissions, enrollment, registration, course selection, and college transition processes to ensure equitable access to college-level opportunities.
- Serve as a liaison between Reynolds Community College and J. R. Tucker High School students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators to strengthen communication and coordinate student support.
- Represent Reynolds at high school recruitment events, including ACA-specific activities, to promote college programs and dual enrollment opportunities.
- Assist with ACA activities and field trips, including serving as a chaperone for the summer overnight experience for rising 11th graders, when applicable.
- Maintain accurate written and digital records of student interactions, academic progress, case management activities, work hours, and enrollment documentation.
- Meet at least biweekly with the ACA Director to coordinate activities that support student entry into the program, persistence and retention, successful completion, and transition to university programs.
- Meet at least monthly with the ACA School Counselor to review student enrollment, monitor progress, and coordinate the timely submission of required documentation to Reynolds’ Admissions Office.
- Coordinate with high school personnel and Reynolds departments to address enrollment barriers, resolve student concerns, and connect students with appropriate academic and college support services.
- Attend all required meetings and professional development trainings to maintain compliance with college and dual enrollment program requirements.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of academic requirements for high school graduation, community college enrollment, ACA curriculum and local and regional career opportunities is required.
- The ACA career coach must utilize computer software to maintain records, input data, and produce written reports.
- Demonstrated ability to provide post-secondary education academic and career information, mentoring, coordinate student activities and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Must produce documentation of activities and possess the ability to develop positive working relationship with students, parents, secondary school faculty, secondary school staff, college faculty, college staff, secondary and post-secondary educational institutions and the general public.
- A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university program is required.
- A Bachelor’s degree with five (5) years of post-baccalaureate experience in a secondary or post-secondary educational setting may be substituted.
- Experience working with a variety of people in an academic advisory capacity is required.
- Experience working in both a post-secondary setting and secondary setting is preferred.
- Experience with the Virginia Education Wizard is preferred.
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Coach Job Market in Virginia
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Who's Hiring
- Albemarle County Public Schools11
- Walmart9
- Loudoun County Public Schools7
- MyTennisLessons4
- Inova Health System4
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in coach jobs across Virginia.
- Valid CPR and first aid certification recognized by Virginia employers
- Bachelor's degree in kinesiology, physical education, exercise science, or a related field
- Prior coaching or playing experience at the high school, collegiate, or professional level
- Strong knowledge of sport-specific rules, techniques, and athlete development principles
- Ability to pass a Virginia background check required for roles involving minors
- Proficiency with video analysis software or athlete performance tracking platforms
Coach Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a coach in Virginia?
Virginia does not require a single state-issued coaching license, but most school-based coaching positions require you to hold or be eligible for a Virginia Department of Education license or a coaching endorsement through VDOE. Private and club coaches typically need nationally recognized credentials such as those from the National Council for Accreditation of Coaching Education. A relevant bachelor's degree and CPR certification are standard requirements across most Virginia hiring contexts.
Which companies hire coachs in Virginia?
Employers hiring coachs in Virginia right now include Albemarle County Public Schools, Walmart, and Loudoun County Public Schools, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's large public school systems, state universities, and growing corporate wellness programs across Northern Virginia and Richmond make it one of the more active coaching markets on the East Coast.
Which Virginia cities have the most coach jobs?
The Virginia cities with the most coach openings are Charlottesville, Fairfax, and Richmond. Northern Virginia's density of large school districts and corporate campuses drives the highest volume, while Richmond's concentration of universities and sports organizations sustains strong demand, and Virginia Beach's military installations and recreation programs support steady openings in strength, conditioning, and wellness coaching.
Are there remote coach jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're limited, since most coaching roles involve direct, in-person work with athletes, students, or clients. About 11% of coach openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in executive coaching, career coaching, and academic advising rather than athletic or fitness roles.
How can I get hired as a coach in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an assistant coaching position within Virginia's public school systems or community recreation departments, where prior playing experience can substitute for a formal coaching record. Fairfax County Public Schools, Henrico County Public Schools, and Virginia's community college athletic programs regularly bring on assistants without extensive coaching histories. Completing a VDOE coaching endorsement or a nationally recognized certification gives candidates a concrete edge over other applicants with similar backgrounds.
Where can I find and apply to coach jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to coach jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across school districts, universities, fitness organizations, and corporate employers. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and location, and apply directly through each posting.
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