Assistant Coach - Track and Field - Sprints

Snohomish School District; Silver Firs (WA); On-site; USD 5,700 - 6,800; Part time

Job summary

Snohomish School District is seeking an Assistant Coach for Track and Field (Sprints) at Glacier Peak High School. The role supports the head coach in developing sprint skills, enforcing rules, and promoting teamwork within a safe, competitive environment.

The position requires coaching experience, WIAA certification or willingness to obtain it, and a preference for teachers or substitutes in Snohomish SD. Salary per 2025-26 schedule; spring season dates apply.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching at head or assistant level.
• WIAA coaching certification standard or willingness to obtain.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Washington state teaching certificate preferred.
• Experience as teacher or substitute in Snohomish School District preferred.
• Coaching experience in sprinting preferred.
• Knowledge of safe training practices and injury procedures.
• Willingness to pursue clinics/workshops.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in implementing the sprint program.
• Develop fundamental skills and understanding of track rules.
• Model sportsmanship, teamwork, and ethical behavior.
• Maintain equipment and inventory; manage related records.
• Ensure a safe environment and participant eligibility.
• Fulfill duties per the attached job description.

Skills

Coaching experience

Coaching certification (WIAA)

Age 21+

First Aid/CPR readiness

Willingness to pursue clinics/workshop

Ability to promote ethical competition

Education

Washington teaching certificate preferred

Experience as teacher or substitute in Snohomish SD preferred

Job description

Assistant Coach - Track and Field - Sprints JobID: 2840

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaches and Advisors
• Date Posted: 10/30/2026
• Location: Glacier Peak High School

Our People = Our Strength Snohomish School District is looking for skilled and dedicated professionals that are committed to our students and community. People with different backgrounds, different experiences and different ways of accomplishing things add to our strength and diversity. Successful candidates will be committed to a continuing program of personal and professional growth and the ability to work effectively with people with dynamic backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Job Summary:

Assists the head coach in implementing a given sports program. Individuals occupying coaching positions are responsible for developing fundamental skills and an understanding of the rules of the sport in participants, modeling and fostering cooperation, sportsmanship and ethical behavior. Coaches determine the system of play to be used and develop and implement best strategies and methods to carry out the system. They are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for participants, ensuring their eligibility and monitoring their behavior. Coaches issue and inventory equipment, maintain financial and other related records, and perform other related duties as assigned. Specific responsibilities for this position are as described on the attached job description.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities:

Sprints Coach

Season:

Spring - High School, estimated season dates March 1, 2027 - May 15, 2027 (subject to change around athletic season window)

Salary:

$5,715 - $6,809 per the 2025-26 Salary Schedule. Hourly rate/stipend amount is dependent on experience.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will:

• have demonstrated successful coaching experience, either at the head or assistant level;
• meet or be willing to meet the Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association coaching certification standard;
• Must be at least 21 years of age;
• Valid Washington state teacher certification preferred;
• Employment as a teacher or substitute teacher in Snohomish School District preferred;
• Previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport preferred;
• Substantial knowledge of technical aspects of the sport preferred;
• Willingness to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the sport;
• Possess or be willing to obtain First Aid/CPR certificates;
• HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B training.

We've taken care to identify the qualifications required for this position, and have numbered them so that you can clearly address each qualification in your letter of application.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive relationships with students, staff and the community.
• Ability to establish good will and effectively promote the athletic program in the community.
• Ability to articulate a well-defined and understandable coaching philosophy.
• Ability to emphasize ethical competition, sportsmanship, leadership and citizenship among coaches and athletes.
• Ability to positively motivate athletes and promote teamwork.
• Ability to listen well and communicate positively and clearly.
• Ability to consistently apply established team rules and regulations.
• Ability to be firm but fair in enforcing expectations of behavior with athletes.
• Ability to apply developmentally and age appropriate methods to coaching student athletes.
• Willingness to pursue innovation and knowledge of new techniques through participation in clinics and workshops.
• Ability to apply knowledge of safe training practices and appropriate injury procedures.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Snohomish School Board.

Selection Procedure:

Unless indicated, the position will remain open until filled.

Questions:

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The Snohomish School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination, and all are located at 1601 Avenue D, Snohomish, WA 98290: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator – Darryl Pernat, 360-563-7285, [e-mail]; ADA Coordinator – Shantel Strandt, 360-563-7229, [e-mail]; Section 504 Coordinator - Wendy McCulloch, 360-563-7308, [e-mail]; and Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Coordinator – Jennifer Harlan, 360-563-7375, [e-mail].