2026-2027 SY - Athletic Coach - Assistant Dance

Gallup-Mckinley County Schools; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 4,500 - 5,500; Full time

Job summary

Gallup-Mckinley County Schools in Gallup, NM, seeks an Athletic Coach – Assistant Dance for Gallup High School for SY 2026-2027. This on-site role is a year-round sport position with a minimum salary of $5,000.00 and a maximum of $5,000.00.

The coach must hold or obtain the NM Athletic Coaching License (7-12) and complete the Fundamentals of Coaching online exam. Leadership and character development are key.

Qualifications

• Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport (major sports).
• The head coach must understand technical aspects of the sport and seek new theories and procedures.
• The head coach must model appropriate behavior for student athletes.

Responsibilities

• Reports to athletic director with objectives and evaluation aligned with principals.
• On-site attendance is mandatory for this position.
• Supervises and coordinates a staff of high school and middle school coaches.
• Instructs and demonstrates skills, strategy, and training for athletes.

Skills

Coaching experience

Team supervision

Role modelling

Education

Athletic Coaching License 7-12

Job description

2026-2027 SY - Athletic Coach - Assistant Dance JobID: 5138

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Athletic Coach - High School Dance
• Date Posted:
  3/11/2026
• Location:
  Gallup High School
• Date Available:
  SY2026-2027

Title: Athletic Coach – Assistant Dance
Work Location: Gallup High School
Contract Length: Year-Round Sport
Minimum Salary: $5,000.00
Maximum Salary: $5,000.00

ATHLETIC COACHING LICENSE,7-12

Must hold or have the ability to obtain an Athletic Coaching License (https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureaus/licensure/how-to-apply/athletic-coach-5-12/ )
from the New Mexico Public Education Department as well as completing the Fundamentals of Coaching online exam offered through the New Mexico Activities Association. (www.nmact.org)

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
2. Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport. (Major sports)
3. The head coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport
and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to
the field.
4. The head coach must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through
his/her instructions and actions.

REPORTS TO: The athletic director, who provides overall objectives and final evaluation in
conjunction with the high school principals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: On-Site attendance is mandatory for this position.

SUPERVISES: In several instances, the head coach must advise, coordinate and support a staff of
high school assistant coaches and middle school coaches in conjunction with the
athletic director and respective principal.

JOB GOAL: To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training
necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same
time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially
acceptable character development, self discipline, self confidence, and pride of
accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills
through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.

Work with students interested in sports, provide necessary practice support and advice for a team to be successful against opposing teams in a sports season. Teach and enforce rules and regulations. Involves work on evenings and weekends.