Assistant Track and Field Coach (Long and Triple Jumps) at Washington High School

Sioux Falls School District; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 4,424 - 5,407; Part time

Job summary

Sioux Falls School District's Washington High School Athletics Department is seeking a dedicated coach to guide student-athletes through competition, teamwork and leadership, building life skills and a commitment to excellence on and off the field.

The role emphasizes coaching and teaching experience, required certifications, and safe athletic practices; seasonal pay is offered for the 2026-2027 period.

Qualifications

• BA/BS Education preferred.
• Coaching and teaching experience desired.
• Fundamentals of Coaching or equivalent (must be completed one time).
• Sports First Aid or Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries or equivalent (renewal every two years).
• Concussion in Sports knowledge (annual renewal).
• High school/college participation preferred. Teaching assignment in building preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the direction and coordination of interscholastic athletics in their school.
• Works with Head Coach to determine athlete participation during practices and games.
• Positively promotes the athletic program within the schools and community.
• Operates within conference and SDHSAA policies.
• Maintains staff relationships with other coaches.
• Assists with fund-raising activities as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Coaching

Teaching

Communication

Education

BA/BS Education

Job description

We want YOU here!

Join the Washington High School Athletics Department and help student-athletes grow through meaningful competition, teamwork, and leadership. Our athletics program is an integral part of education, developing life skills and fostering a commitment to excellence both on and off the field. If you're ready to make an impact and support athletes in reaching their full potential, we want you on our team!

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION LEVEL:

BA/BS Education Preferred

EXPERIENCE DESIRED:

Coaching and teaching experience desired.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Hand-eye/mind-eye coordination, physical dexterity, the ability to bend, stoop, walk, talk, and sit. The ability to travel between locations.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Fundamentals of Coaching or equivalent (must be completed one time); Sports First Aid or Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries or equivalent (must be renewed once every two years); Concussion in Sports - What You Need to Know (must be renewed on an annual basis. High school/college participation preferred. Teaching assignment in building preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

1. Assists in the direction and coordination of interscholastic athletics in their school.
2. Works in conjunction with Head Coach in determining athlete participation during practices and games, including playing time at the respective levels.
3. Positively promotes the athletic program within the schools and community.
4. Operates within the policies of the conference and the SDHSAA.
5. Maintains a staff relationship with other coaches.
6. Assists with fund-raising activities as needed.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

PAY INFORMATION

Season Pay: $4,916.00 - 2026-2027 Extra Duty Pay

CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.

Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required

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