2026-2027 SY - Athletic Coach - Boys Track

Gallup-Mckinley County Schools; Navajo (NM); On-site; USD 3,600 - 4,400; Part time

Job summary

Gallup-Mckinley County Schools is seeking an Athletic Coach for Boys Track at Navajo Middle School. The role involves organizing a comprehensive sports program, supervising coaches, and guiding athletes in fundamental skills and team strategy.

The coach must hold or obtain an Athletic Coaching License (7-12) and complete the Fundamentals of Coaching online exam with NM PED. On-site work for the spring season is required.

Qualifications

• Organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Head coach must have substantial knowledge of the sport and adapt to new theories.
• Coach should be a positive role model for student athletes.
• Continue to upgrade knowledge through coaching clinics and observations.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in fundamental skills and strategies for success.
• Provide practice support and guidance to ensure team competitiveness.
• Coordinate with athletic director and principals; supervise staff of coaches.
• Work evenings and weekends as required.

Skills

Coaching experience

Team leadership

Football/sports program knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Athletic Coaching License 7-12

Fundamentals of Coaching exam (NM)

Job description

Athletic Coach – Boys Track

• Date Posted:
  3/9/2026
• Date Available:
  SY2026-2027

Work Location: Navajo Middle School
Contract Length: Spring Sport
Minimum Salary: $4,000.00
Maximum Salary: $4,000.00
ATHLETIC COACHING LICENSE,7-12
High School Diploma or Equivalency
AND
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-7-12/ )
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.