Assistant Cross Country Coach

Higley High School; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Higley High School in Gilbert, Arizona seeks an Assistant Cross Country Coach to lead after-school practices, supervise workouts and support fundraising for the program.

The role emphasizes safe coaching, clear communication with students, staff and parents, and adherence to AIA bylaws. A valid Arizona teaching certificate or coaching endorsement is required, with NFHS credentials and IVP clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid Arizona Teacher Certification with approved area or Coaching Endorsement.
• Coaching experience in competitive or school settings.
• Excellent communication with staff, students and parents.
• NFHS Coaching certificate and IVP clearance required or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and instruct cross country activities and practices.
• Support the program in fundraising and event planning.
• Coordinate after-school practice sessions and meets.
• Promote compliance with AIA bylaws and school policies.
• Maintain open communication with staff, students and families.

Skills

Coaching experience

Communication skills

First aid/CPR awareness

Fundraising support

Education

Arizona Teacher Certification / Coaching Endorsement

NFHS Certificate

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Assistant Cross Country Coach

Higley Unified School district 60 Higley High School - Gilbert, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Higley Unified School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5924844

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

• Support HUSD Vision, Mission and Goals.
• Supervises and instructs sport activities.
• Employee will be required to stay after school for practice and games.
• Will abide by AIA Bylaws and promote the sport.
• Assistance in fundraising for the program.
• Communication with staff, students and parents.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold valid Arizona Teacher Certification with approved area/ endorsement as needed for position or Arizona Coaching Certificate, or have completed each of the following criteria from the National Federation of State High School Associations online at nfhslearn.com (Level I Certification): Fundamentals of Coaching – First Aid/CPR – Sport Specific course or teaching sport skills if sport is not offered.
• Experience with the sport (coaching and playing).
• Great communication skills.
• NFHS Certificate
• No convictions for felonies or crimes against children.
• Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop or kneel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Fall Sports: Cross Country, Golf, Swim/Dive, Football, Girls Volleyball, Spiritline, Marching Band

Please contactHigleyHigh School (480-279-7300) for more detailed information

Position Type: Part-Time