"I can't speak for everyone, but I would still coach and do what I'm doing. WDAM requested pay scales and supplement lists from public school district in the Pine Belt. Also this week, Taylor County hired Brandon Byram from Cairos staff. The morning we were set to interview Hattiesburg School Superintendent Robert Williams about that supplement, we were told something came up and he wouldnt be available. This isnt, Woe-is-me, Im underpaid. Coaches could choose to leave and go to Georgia. I think you just see coaches weighing it out in the long term. In Clay County, the base amount is $35,000 and football coaches get an index of 18.2. Including the district's contribution toward his. xTjA}_nB$[/Cqc7}4K5H#sx>&-t=&(DN"yHXIq360J>-2d.CzxEt Vikings coach Deran Wiley has led the Vikings to back-to-back state championships and played for another. Out of 15 districts, four have yet to send us all the information we requested. Online course options may be accessed through our district online course catalog, Career Planner, Georgia Virtual School, or other vendors and local virtual schools that are on the state-approved list. They put more money into education. The head football coach in Laurel makes an $11,500 supplement for being the coach and another $4,000 supplement for managing athletic transportation. Juliet football coach Trey Perry said. Its been kind of a breath of fresh air, he said. Both McWhorter and Strickland left for different positions since the end of last season. Or, they can stay in the profession and grind it out. During School Hours:Requests are subject to counselor and administrative approval, school infrastructure, and supervision. Imagine a coach closing the weight room in the summer and the coach telling people, Hey, Im a 10-month employee, we can work out when Im contracted. Youd get fired, said Orange Park head coach Tom MacPherson. (Robertson County) school system does a great job of supporting us. In Wilson County, coaching stipends are separate from base teaching salaries, making attempted cuts easier to handle. I did it my whole life. The bulk of their money is tied to their teaching contracts, which can easily reach $70,000 or more based on their experience and level of degree and certification. But, its the principle of the matter more than an actual number. We also offer numerous opportunities for advancement, as well as opportunities for supplemental assignments such as coaching and organization sponsorship. Ill make more up here as an assistant coach and as a teacher. To begin a new application, choose a job from the available listings below. South Paulding hired its interim coach, Eric Robinson, who took over the program after two games this season and won seven of the last nine, including a 34-32 upset of No. Athletics teaches dedication, teamwork and perseverance, and for some of our students, it opens the door for college scholarships, said Watts in a statement. For his district, the head football coach, who is also the assistant principal, gets an $8,800 supplement, just for coaching football and taking on all the responsibilities that come with it. Assistant coaches, who work just as much, earn far less than that. I love what Im doing. Since its your money, we wanted to see how much of it local school districts pour into coaching supplements, which are paid to coaches for coaching duties. In January, we're back in the weight room. The goal of Hattiesburg Public School District is to educate all students by providing quality programming in academic areas, the arts and athletics. I think one thing that would make me feel better is if wed do what Clay did, make your coaches 11-month employees, he said. Three others, Pierce Countys Jason Strickland, Charlton Countys Rich McWhorter and Brunswicks Sean Pender, made between $93,958.18 and $98,067.60. Houston County, Ridgeland and Greene County also have new coaches, and North Hall and Meadowcreek have openings. "Its like cutting music. If it was about money, Id have been out of it. Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. WELCOME TO PAULDING COUNTY. 775 Industrial Blvd. ", "Honestly, for what we get paid, it's very small," said Cane Ridge football coach Eddie Woods, who said he hasn't heard of any proposals in Davidson County. South Paulding, Paulding County and Taylor County announced new football coaches this week, and Tucker's coach is headed back to Florida. Remove me from the list . % <>/Metadata 2704 0 R/ViewerPreferences 2705 0 R>> Despite a state that contends for the most talented in terms of top prospects annually, coaches in Florida know that their wages are never going to catch up to the heavyweights, the Alabamas and Georgias and Texases of the industry. Porch, 33, said that he enjoyed coaching at Ridgeview. Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States. However, Executive Director Bernard Childress knows such cuts would impact coaches. Stephens pay topped the south Georgia list at $128,225.52. Greene County: Larry Milligan (Terrance Banks), Houston County: Ryan Crawford (Jeremy Edwards), Lumpkin County: Caleb Sorrell (Heath Webb), Paulding County: Van Spence (Umbrah Brown), Taylor County: Robert Yevak (Brandon Byram), Thomas County Central: Ashley Henderson (Justin Rogers), *Moving to Georgia Independent School Association. Dallas, GA 30132. He is currently co-founder and editor of Georgia High School Football Daily. I think some of it is possibly that if youre starting out and have the opportunity as a young coach to make $5,000 to $10,000 more going out of state to coach, Im sure thats got to be a factor, Dickinson said. I have so much faith in what our coaches do throughout the year and knowing they're not in it for the money. I look up scores every Saturday, and the other five (in Georgia) will be the first I look up. The football head coaching supplement now in Camden County is $30,000, as well as an extra 50 days of pay based on their teaching contract. Those are things that keep you going. PVA is designed to serve all students from the most academically challenged student to the scholar. They understand what the supplement is and they do the work and when they do that everybody wins, said Freeman. Justin Barney joined News4Jax in February 2019, but hes been covering sports on the First Coast for more than 20 years. Hardin Valley girls soccer coach Jessica Stephens echoed Perry's sentiment. But its still real low on the totem pole everywhere in Florida. Wayne County School District (Just pay scale), Covington County School District (Just pay scale). The lowest head football coaching supplement in the News4Jax south Georgia coverage area is Charlton Countys at $14,000. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Thirty-five miles away. Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines. He is currently co-founder and editor of Georgia High School Football Daily. After your information is complete, you will receive a confirmation number, and your information will be saved allowing you to return at any time to submit additional applications. 8 Rome in Class 6A. PINE BELT, MS (WDAM) - Under the stadium lights, Friday nights in the fall are largely reserved for football in the Pine Belt. And they dont have to look too far to see how disproportionate the sad state of pay is in arguably the best place in the country for high school football talent. The News4JAX Morning Show team brings you breaking news from overnight -- local, national and international stories, as well as weather and traffic to start your day. The money they put in for the kids, its incredible. Those who. From a coaching standpoint, its not like they duped me, MacPherson said. According to AL.com, hell make $115,000.002 there on a 12-month teaching contract, with a chunk of that total ($50,810.93) solely from coaching football. Only 17 counties in the state compensate coaches for reaching or advancing in the state playoffs. Long before season, Georgia Tech president found football performance worrisome, In federal case, Ron Bell pleads guilty to extorting Georgia Tech, Josh Pastner, Police: Stetson Bennett hid behind brick wall prior to arrest, Georgias Jalen Carter pulled from media interviews at NFL combine, Braves Tyler Matzek healing from bulging disk in back during Tommy John rehab, GHSA basketball state tournament: Quarterfinals updates from Wednesday, Atlanta neighbors want to reclaim and revitalize the Joyland neighborhood, Kemp administration deals blow to Buckhead cityhood push, Georgia Power proposes steep rate increase for customers - How it affects what you pay. State Based Plus Local Supplement. Copyright2005-document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) -PowerSchool Group LLC and/or its affiliate(s), 3236 Atlanta HighwayDallas, Georgia 30132Phone - 770-443-8000Fax - 770-443-8089. So theyve had to endure more with the tornadoand now this pandemic.. And Im getting the same thing theyre (teams who went 1-9 and 0-10) getting?. Instructional staff average salaries in Georgia have an average of $59,185, again ranking 22nd. They all definitely have my support. Explore Unwind Thrive. Irwin County and Cook are in South Georgia. We never got paid for cutting the fields in Florida. If youre going to get quality people, youre going to have to pay them, said Forrest County School District Superintendent Brian Freeman. Tax brackets apart. The commitment is unbelievable that they do. endobj From Alachua to Washington counties and everywhere in between, the state of pay for public school football coaches in Florida is a disgrace. Certified Salary Schedules FY'2023 Asst Director, Director and Exec Director [ PDF ] The highest supplement we found comes from the Hattiesburg Public School District at $38,965. Cofers Cook team plays Arnold and Jefferson County on Friday in a non-region game for the second consecutive year. They do it to shape the lives of students or because they genuinely love the game they coach. Section 7: Resources, Strategies, and Materials to Support Implementation of the Literacy Plan (to be completed by district office) Those districts are Covington County, Wayne County, West Jasper and East Jasper. Rutherford County's budget for the upcoming year will be proposed in late Maywith no such cuts. Equipment Operator III- ROW. The Longhorns were 4-6 and returned to the playoffs, losing to Kennesaw Mountain, after a rare absence in 2020. The highest football supplement available in the 11-county News4Jax Florida coverage area is Clays at $6,370. Full Description. (1) Full Time Position: Equipment Operator III - Right-of-Way Crew This position operates assigned equipment in support of department construction and maintenance. Special event activities include arts and crafts classes, dancing, and day trips to various sites. Nov 23, 2021. There is one Paulding County grad coaching in each of the six classifications in Georgia, and four of the six have had their teams ranked in the Top 10 at some point this season. Produced by Georgia High School Football Daily, a free e-mail newsletter. Florida teachers earn an average of $48,168, which ranks 46th. The union has no incentive to pay them. The kids kind of need it. It may not have yet been proposed in other district across the state, either, but that doesn't mean it won't become an issue. There will be no cost incurred by the student for courses taken during any of the regular periods of the school day. Some students may wish to accelerate academics and participate in dual enrollment. PCSD recognizes the changing educational landscape and the increasing use of technology to supplement and/or provide education. https://www.paulding.k12.ga.us/Page/29099, Blackboard Web Community Manager Privacy Policy (Updated). When it comes to Hattiesburgs biggest rival, theres a big difference in supplements, but not overall pay. According to the National Education Associations most recent data (2017-18), public school teachers in Georgia earn an average of $56,329, the 22nd-highest average in the country. Its definitely its own full-time job and more. Not all coaches in Georgia teach a full class schedule. All that action on the gridiron has a lot of head coaches cashing in off the field. <> To see a listing of all programs and classes available at any of the County Parks, please visit our program guide, Richland Creek Reservoir Presentation Public Meeting #2. Districts paying more than $10,000 for coaching supplements included Marion County at $12,000, Columbia at $12,000, Forrest County Agricultural High School at $10,000 and Petal anywhere between $13,688.80 and $19,988.80. Lee teaches drivers education and is also the athletic director. Tell a friend . You go to the state playoffs, especially if youre hosting a game. Below are the starting supplements for coaches in some of the other major high school sports across Florida: Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved. When asked whether the amounts may seem to promote athletics over academics, Freeman said theres a bigger picture. You always wish you could get more. "I've lost guys who have went to go tutor or do something else after school, and it needs to be said. Florida is 48th ($48,526). Would you like to continue working on this application? Brown said there were currently "no plans" to discuss cutting coaching stipends in Sumner. Pray about it.. Theres also a $4,000 supplement given to the coach for being the athletic coordinator. Coffey thought that hed be a Raines lifer. But if I was a young coach or had a lot of flexibility [to move] and I knew I could get a $15,000 supplement in Georgia and teach one class? We already have a shortage in coaching," said White Station boys basketball coach Jesus Patino. In Duval County, the last raise came in the mid-1990s. The district also recognizes that student learning styles vary and that the brick and mortar style of education may not maximize the potential of all students. Loading. Here you will find the latest team news and announcements, a gallery of team activities and game day photographs, player registration, club information, and much more. "Even when I was coaching, it was always one of the first things they put out cut some coaching stipends or cut some sports out. Supplements are determined by local districts and approved by school boards. INTERACTIVE:Coaching salaries for football coaches across Florida & Georgia. If the base salaries for teachers get a nudge upwards, even slightly, then coaches could notice something small if that base number was part of the increase. Many districts elect to pay a portion of the supplement in the fall (75%, 80%, 85%) and the remainder (25%, 20% or 15%) in the spring. But Id also be lying to say that the pay doesnt get to you. Darlington was hired last December by Enterprise High School in Alabama. Charlton is a Class 1A program with an enrollment of fewer than 500 students. To my knowledge, that's never happened.". <>/XObject<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 720 540] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> He and his wife Dreama have a son, Ted (graduated from East Paulding) and two daughters, Kimberlyn (Junior at East Paulding) and Annaliese (5th grader). Mar 20 2023 - May 30 2023; 04:00PM - 08:00PM; Paulding-East Paulding High; Course Description #4909 **FY23 Cohort 1** Paulding County Cohort Face to face Meetings: 3/20/23 & 4/24/23; 4:00 PM-8:00 PM Description: This cours. No disrespect to the other coaches or schools. The football coaching supplement there: $30,000. Spence, who had been on McEachern's staff when hired in 2016, led Paulding in 2017 to its first playoff . I was living what I thought was my dream job. Senate Bill 289 allows districts to provide students in grades 3 through 12 the option of participating in on-line learning programs. N. Dallas, GA 30132 Ph: (770) 445-8065 Fx: (770) 443-7518 Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm We win two state championships. Offseason coaching openings are up to 41 with 12 filled . Putnam and Union counties are the only ones locally that offer any financial incentive based on years of service coaching. Paulding County School District. WDAM Investigates: Scoring coaching supplements, Forrest Healths Spirit Girls Host Prom-A-Palooza, Pine Belt Foundation honors provides honors, Columbia police release report of 2022 crime statistics. ! A young and talented coach like Coffey leaving then didnt exactly ignite a trend of Florida coaches running for the border, but it was an indicator that talented coaches wont stay forever, even in situations that they may have once considered ideal. 7 0 obj The application will close promptly on July 1st, but there will be a new application window opened each spring for each subsequent year. No other school has more than four in Georgia. This clearinghouse provides parents and students the ability to search for available courses, online course providers, and guidelines for what constitutes high quality online courses. For some sports, like baseball/softball, basketball, soccer, track and volleyball, every or nearly every county in the state pays a coaching supplement. Football is the largest revenue generator in high school athletic departments and helps offset losses in numerous sports that are in the red. Forty minutes if traffic is light. 779 Industrial Blvd N Dallas, GA 30132. Address Dallas . Locally, Bradford ($75 increase), Columbia ($1,261 raise) and Nassau ($189 boost) have gotten supplemental increases within the past five years. It was just for the love of the sport," said Stephens, who hasn't heard of any proposals in Knox County. I do think something is giving. East Paulding, a third Paulding County school with an opening, is expected approved an unnamed candidate at a school board meeting Jan. 11. endobj Ten years is a number that several coaches mentioned as a threshold for longevity at a program. GO RAIDERS! But when he weighed everything out, it didnt make sense to discount the possibility of making the move. Some teach a class and handle lunch duty. Its a question thats asked every year, and every year, it goes unaddressed as the pay chasm between Florida and many other football talent-producing states widens. 2023 www.tennessean.com. The Tennessee Secondary Schools Athletic Association has no involvement in coaches' salaries or the finances of school districts. They want to get back to some sense of normalcy. Im not terribly worried because Wilson County has gone through a lot more in the last few months than, say, Knoxville. For many, its often the simplest path to stay coaching and teaching -- and make more for doing both. The numbers progresseddown to 6% for head coaches in minor sports (golf, tennis, swimming), 4% for assistant track coaches and 3% for cheerleading coaches. USA Today Network-Tennessee's Aaron Torres and George Robinson contributed to this report. Lee estimated that head coaches earn less than a dollar an hour. There will be costs incurred by the student with courses taken outside of the regular school day. Love to be around the kids.. To see a listing of all programs and classes available at any of the County Parks, please visit our program guide HERE. I understand. 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