Last Updated - May 8, 2025

With over 100 coaches on staff, Yorktown is often seeking qualified candidates to coach in various sports.  All candidates will be required to pass an APS background check, complete several required online trainings, attend coaches meetings for professional development and show an appreciation for the importance of using athletics as a means for developing social-emotional skills in our young adults.

Below are a current listing of vacancies.  Interested individuals are encouraged to reach out to Mike Krulfeld, michael.krulfeld@apsva.us with a resume (with or without prior athletic/coaching experience) and email of interest.  Final offers of employment will be made by APS Human Resources after an interview at the school level with the head coach and Director of Student Activities.

Varsity Swim Coach

As the leader of a 150 student team, work with two assistants and the dive coach to foster growth and inclusion for students ranging from state qualifiers to those new to the pool.  The team aims to win championships while making sure each and every participant feels included.  This recipe has led to success both in the pool and more importantly, out of the pool where the team raises money each year for mental health awareness, incorporates off-season lifting for physical and social benefits and creates an environment where everyone is a part of the experience.  Prior head swim coaching experience preferred.  The swim season runs from mid November to late February with daily practices, Monday-Friday, from 3:30-5 pm and meets typically on Friday nights with some on Saturday evenings.  The stipend for this position is up to $5600 for the season.

Assistant Football Coach/JV Head Coach

The football coaching staff is comprised of approximately ten coaches for Freshmen, JV and Varsity. The team has a long history of success on the field and in coach retention.  Preference will be given to APS employees for this position as a commitment long-term is important to the current coaching staff members.  The successful applicant will serve as the head JV coach and will likely coach the Defensive Line on Varsity.  Prior football coaching and/or playing experience is expected. The season begins August 4 and runs until late November.  The stipend for the position is up to $6676 depending on time commitment and duties performed.

Assistant Cross Country and/or Track Coaches 

Seeking a knowledgeable running coach to be a member of a staff of four or five coaches who work with over 150 athletes of varying abilities and interests.  Candidates should be able to commit to afternoon practices four weekdays a week as well as meets on Saturdays.  The ideal candidate has experience working with high school age students and can plan practices for a group of 20-25 runners.  An eye toward safety of the runners is a key concern given the location of practices. The cross country season runs from mid-August to early November.  The stipend will range depending on time commitment and availability from $2232-$4467.

Freshmen Field Hockey 

The successful candidate will join the field hockey coaching staff as either freshmen co-head coach or freshmen assistant.  As part of a successful program with lots of student interest, this individual will work with the returning coach to run teams focused on development and enjoying the experience.  The field hockey season begins August 4 and runs until late October with practices or games five days a week and optional Saturdays.  Practice times are typically after 5 pm with FR games as early as 5 pm (3:30 pm bus).  Successful candidates will have prior playing and/or coaching experience.  The stipend for the position is up to $2261.50 for the season depending on time commitment and availability.

Junior Varsity Cheer Coach 

As part of the three-person cheerleading coaching staff, this individual will take responsibility for the development of the less experienced students.  Safety, fun and structure must be paramount and the successful candidate will bring prior cheer experience either as a coach or student-athlete.  Additional safety training is available.  The fall cheer season ideally will include both sideline and competition with tryouts beginning August 4 and daily practices (M-F) through the first week in November.  Games are typically on Thursday evenings at 7 pm and practices are either at 3:30 or 5 pm.  The stipend for this position is up to $4523 for the fall season depending on time commitment and availability.