Expert: Thom Brooks - 3/3/2009

Question
I know that this section is labeled college football but I hope you can help me out with this one. I have always wanted to be a football coach but I really don't want to be a teacher is it possible to be a full time high school football coach or do you have to be a teacher aswell.
thanks,
jack

Answer
Jack, hello!

The schools pay for the teacher who also serves as the football coach.  But, many schools give the lip service of a light weight teaching job in order to get a good coach.  So, you have to hunt for that perfect opportunity.  If you're a lousy football coach, you better be a darn good teacher or you will be out looking for a new job.  My logic is that a good football coach is a good teacher.

Leadership is a developed Art.  You can make contact with the school boards where you would like to work.  They will discuss the Pros and Cons with you.

Take care,

Thom Brooks

Go to your state high school sports association. They can give you the guidance you seek.