2026-2027 SY - Athletic Coach - E-Sports

Gallup-Mckinley County Schools; Tohatchi (NM); On-site; USD 1,700 - 2,300; Full time

Job summary

Tohatchi High School seeks an Athletic Coach for E-Sports to lead and develop a competitive program at the high school. On-site participation is required, with responsibilities to organize practices, mentor athletes, and coordinate with staff and the athletic director.

The ideal candidate will hold or be able to obtain an Athletic Coaching License (7-12), have high school diploma, and demonstrate strong leadership and strategic coaching abilities. Evening and weekend commitments are expected.

Qualifications

• Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport.
• The head coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and continue to examine new theories.
• The head coach must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through instruction and actions.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in fundamental skills, strategy and physical training for team success.
• Upgrade knowledge through coaching clinics, observations, and consultations.
• Work evenings and weekends as needed to support sports seasons.
• Work with students interested in sports and provide practice support for competitive teams.

Skills

Organize and supervise sports program

Coaching experience in assigned sport

Technical knowledge of the sport

Role-model for student athletes

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Athletic Coaching License 7-12

Tools

Fundamentals of Coaching exam

Job description

Job Details

Date Posted: 9/28/2026

Location: Tohatchi High School

Date Available: SY2026-2027

Title: Athletic Coach – E-Sports

Work Location: Tohatchi HighSchool

Contract Length: Winter Sport

Minimum Salary: $2,000.00

Maximum Salary: $2,000.00

ATHLETIC COACHING LICENSE, 7-12

High School Diploma or Equivalency

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:

• 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 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.
• 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.

Postings current as of 9/29/2026 9:29:02 PM CST.