John Vita was hired to the Worcester State University coaching staff in the summer of 2019, initially serving as the defensive line coach. He now is in charge of the Lancer running backs.

Prior to coming to Worcester, Vita was a 2019 graduate of Castleton University with a Bachelor's degree in exercise science and a minor in coaching. He was a four-year member of the Spartan football program.

Vita was the leader of an academic council at Castleton designed to help football players in the classroom. He was the recipient of the Spartan Award for leadership on and off the field, particularly in academics and community service.