2026-2027 Head Coach - Flag Football

Apache Junction Unified School District; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 3,500 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Apache Junction Unified School District seeks a Flag Football Coach for Cactus Canyon Junior High School. The coach will develop players, plan and supervise the flag football program, and promote safe, ethical play while building positive relationships with students, staff, and the community.

Responsibilities include maintaining compliance with AIA rules, using MaxPreps and HUDL for team management, and attending district meetings as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 1–2 years coaching experience, or equivalent.
• Arizona teaching certificate or coaching experience with certified personnel preferred.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching and Concussion in Sports completed.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ability to pass fingerprint/background check.
• Strong knowledge of flag football rules, techniques, safety; effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Coach student-athletes in flag football and promote development.
• Plan, organize, and supervise all aspects of the flag football program.
• Foster positive relationships with students, staff, and the community.
• Uphold high ethical standards and maintain confidentiality.
• Implement and promote safe practices to reduce injuries.
• Build team camaraderie through teambuilding, fundraising, and community service projects.
• Attend school district and AIA meetings as directed by the Athletic Director or supervising coach.
• Utilize online platforms like MaxPreps, HUDL, and others for team management.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching

Concussion in Sports

CPR & First Aid

Fingerprint/background check

Flag football knowledge

Communication

AIA & district rules familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree or 1–2 years coaching experience

Arizona Teaching Certificate preferred

Tools

MaxPreps

HUDL

Job description

Apache Junction Unified School District

Job Title: Flag Football Coach

Department: Cactus Canyon Junior High School

Reports To: CCJH Principal

FLSA Status: Nonexempt - At Will

Position Status: Quarter 3 - Duration of Sport

Salary: Determined by sport and applicant's experience

Prepared By: Human Resources Department

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coach student-athletes in the assigned sport and promote their development.
• Plan, organize, and supervise all aspects of the flag football program.
• Foster positive relationships with students, staff, and the community.
• Uphold high ethical standards and maintain confidentiality.
• Implement and promote safe practices to reduce injuries.
• Build team camaraderie through activities such as teambuilding, fundraising, and community service projects.
• Attend school district and AIA meetings as directed by the Athletic Director or supervising coach.
• Utilize required online platforms like MaxPreps, HUDL, and others for team management.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Completion of the NFHS online Fundamentals of Coaching course or an approved equivalent (per AIA Rule 17.1).
• Completion of the NFHS online Concussion in Sports - What You Need to Know course (per AIA Rule 17.1).
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid.
• Ability to pass a fingerprint and background clearance check.
• Strong knowledge of flag football rules, techniques, essential skills, and safety practices.
• Effective communication skills with students, parents, and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with AIA and Apache Junction Unified School District rules and regulations.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or one to two years of relevant coaching experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preference for candidates holding an Arizona Teaching Certificate or coaching experience with certified personnel.

Other Information

• May require work outside normal hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Travel may be necessary for games, events, or other job functions.
• Must utilize online platforms required for specific sports like MaxPreps, HUDL, and others

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The requirements listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, and diagrammatic instructions.
• Frequent physical activities: standing, walking, sitting, reaching, handling, bending, kneeling, crouching, lifting (up to 25 pounds), and occasional running or climbing.
• Specific vision abilities: close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions such as extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, humidity, and dust.
• Noise level typically moderate.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

The Apache Junction Unified School District does not discriminate based on age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including gender identity/expression), or disability in its employment practices.