2026-2027 SY - Athletic Coach - Mid School Softball (4 positions)

Gallup-McKinley County Schools; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 3,600 - 4,400; Full time

Job summary

Gallup-McKinley County Schools seeks an Athletic Coach for Chief Manuelito Middle School for the spring sport season. The position requires an Athletic Coaching License for 7-12 and a high school diploma.

The head coach will organize the sports program, supervise staff, and model positive character traits. Evening and weekend work is expected; on-site attendance is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Must hold Athletic Coaching License (7-12) or be eligible to obtain it.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must complete the Fundamentals of Coaching exam as required by NM PED.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in fundamental skills, strategy and conditioning.
• Model positive behaviors and serve as a role model for student athletes.
• Coordinate and supervise coaches and staff with athletic director.
• Work evenings and weekends as part of the season schedule.

Skills

Organize sports program

Coaching experience

Technical knowledge of sport

Education

Athletic Coaching License 7-12

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Job description

Title

Athletic Coach Mid School Softball

Work Location

Chief Manuelito Middle School

Contract Length

Spring Sport

Minimum Salary

$4,000.00

Maximum Salary

$4,000.00

Applicant Requirements

• Internal applicants MUST attach a signed Permission to Coach Form to application*

Licensing and Education

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

• 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.

Role Description

• 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.