Assistant Girls Bowling Coach

Alki Middle School; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 1,400 - 1,700; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Public Schools Alki Middle School in Vancouver, WA seeks an Assistant Girls Bowling Coach to lead practices, coordinate game strategy, and develop student-athletes for the 2026-2027 school year. The role emphasizes program vision, sportsmanship, and collaboration with staff and families.

Responsibilities include recruiting athletes, coordinating training, attending games, and complying with WIAA rules.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the sport and ability to coach in a Certificated, Classified, or hourly coach role with VPS.
• Recent coaching experience with K-12 athletes preferred.
• Current First Aid and CPR card, or ability to obtain before start date.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills as demonstrated in prior roles.
• Proven leadership abilities and capability to guide student-athletes.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student and parent community.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate a program vision emphasizing character and a positive athlete experience.
• Recruit student athletes for participation at the coach's school.
• Lead practices focusing on proper technique and fundamentals of bowling.
• Attend and supervise games and execute game strategy.
• Participate in annual Coaches' Institute training in August.
• Teach and model sportsmanship for athletes, families, and school community.
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
• Ensure adherence to WIAA, league, district, and school policies and rules.

Skills

Coaching knowledge

Coaching experience

First Aid/CPR

Communication

Organization

Leadership

Diversity inclusion

Job description

Assistant Girls Bowling Coach

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Job Details

Job ID: 5937420
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 23, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Flexibility in working hours required

For the2026-2027 school year

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:

Benefits: Detailed information, including eligibility criteria, can be found here .

We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.

Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.

All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.

Position Definition:

Under the direction of the building Athletic Director, building Principal, and district Athletic Director, the coach provides a comprehensive athletics program in the specified sport to include conducting practices, overseeing games and game strategy, educating and developing athletes, and complying with WIAA policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the sport in which the candidate is making application or currently employed in a Certificated, Classified, or hourly Coach position with Vancouver Public Schools
• Recent coaching experience, with K-12 athletes preferred
• Current First Aid and CPR card, or ability to obtain prior to the established start date
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience which demonstrates strong organizational skills
• Experience which demonstrates strong leadership skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse

Essential Functions

• Develop and articulate a vision for the program that embraces character development and a positive experience for all athletes
• Recruit student athletes for the coach's school for participation
• Conduct practices for the team that focus on proper technique and mechanics of the sport
• Attend and supervise athletes at games, and execute game strategy
• Attend yearly Coaches' Institute training in August
• Teach and demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, parents and the school community
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
• Know and adhere to WIAA, league, district, and building rules and policies
• Complete required district and WIAA trainings around sport specific rules and safety
• Maintain and inventory uniforms and equipment
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms and work cooperatively in an effective and positive manner with diverse parties to include staff, students, parents, and community
• Work successfully as a team player and follow the Head Coach/Athletic Director's program direction
• Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Serve as a positive role model for students, and practice the behaviors that are expected of our students
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Working Conditions

• Work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Exposure to blood and other body fluids which may contain hazardous and/or infectious agents
• Ability to lift and move moderately sized objects up to 50 pounds

Such alternative to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the District finds appropriate and acceptable. It is understood that the district has the right to transfer and assign employees to best fit the needs of the district.Coaches appointed a position in any given school may be re-appointed to the same position for the subsequent school year without further posting.

Position Type: Flexible Working Schedule
Salary: $1,401 to $1,703 Per Season

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required