2026-27 Assistant Football Coach - Pinnacle High School

Paradise Valley Unified School District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 24,688 - 29,571; Part time

Job summary

Paradise Valley Unified School District is seeking an Assistant Football Coach for Pinnacle High School. This temporary position involves supervising and instructing student athletes, implementing program activities according to rules, and maintaining sports records. Qualifications include experience in related roles, a high school diploma, and necessary clearances. The role requires adaptability, leadership, and a strong understanding of safety and sportsmanship principles. The job is physically demanding with exposure to temperature variations during practices and games.

Qualifications

• Experience: Job-related experience is required.
• Clearances: Criminal Background Clearance; Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement program activities following applicable sport's rules.
• Provide supervision of student athletes during all participation aspects.
• Serve as a positive role model to student athletes and the community.
• Maintain records to comply with district, athletic conference, and state requirements.
• Monitor academic eligibility and intervene to maintain athletic eligibility.

Skills

Adaptability to changing work priorities

First aid

Knowledge of laws, codes, policies, and regulations

Organizing and communicating information

Mathematical ability (fractions, percents, ratios)

Problem solving and leadership

Fostering sportsmanship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Assistant Football Coach Location: Pinnacle High School Temporary FTE: 1.0 Season Dates: 8/10/2026 - 10/31/2026 Salary: $2,431.00

Responsibilities

• Design and implement program activities in accordance with applicable rules and regulations related to the sport.
• Provide supervision of student athletes during all aspects of participation in the program.
• Use sound instructional techniques to oversee the program and serve as a positive role model to student athletes and the community.
• Join a position assigned to a specific sport at Varsity, JV/Frosh, or Junior High level as applicable.
• Assesses student athletes for the purpose of providing feedback on performance and determining team placement.
• Attend meetings, workshops, and conferences to receive and convey information related to the role.
• Communicate with parents, students, officials, administrators, and the community to provide information and direction.
• Instruct student athletes to promote growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Maintain records (e.g., statistics, permits, emergency information, schedules, equipment inventories) to comply with district, athletic conference, and state requirements.
• Manage uniforms, equipment, and facilities to ensure safety and proper use.
• Monitor academic eligibility and intervene as needed to maintain athletic eligibility.
• Supervise student athletes during all participation activities to minimize risk of injury.
• Teach sports techniques, rules, and strategies to prepare the team for competition.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient functioning of the work unit.

Qualifications

• Experience: Job-related experience is required.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Clearances: Criminal Background Clearance; Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Adaptability to changing work priorities; first aid; knowledge of laws, codes, policies, and regulations; organizing and communicating information.
• Mathematical ability (fractions, percents, ratios); ability to review technical information and communicate persuasively; safety and injury prevention knowledge.
• Ability to schedule activities, gather data, work with diverse individuals, and operate equipment; problem solving and leadership; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines; fostering sportsmanship.

Work Environment

The job includes physical demands such as occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and fine finger dexterity. Typical distribution of work: 20% sitting, 40% walking, 40% standing. Exposed to temperature variations and potential risk of injury.

Legal and Miscellaneous

Criminal Background Clearance; Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card; relevant testing and licensing requirements may apply. FLSA Status – Non Exempt.

Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Inquiries concerning compliance with civil rights regulations may be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.