Assistant Track & Field Coach - Distance at Lincoln High School

Lincoln High School; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 4,200 - 5,700; Part time

Job summary

Lincoln High School Athletics Department seeks an Assistant Track & Field Coach for Distance events to inspire and develop student-athletes. You will support training, competition planning, and athlete development in a competitive high school setting.

Requirements include BA/BS Education (preferred) and coaching/teaching experience. Certifications like Fundamentals of Coaching and First Aid are expected to be renewed periodically. Position pays per season and requires commitment to school duties.

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 (renew every two years).
• Concussion in Sports – What You Need to Know (annual).

Responsibilities

• Assists in the direction and coordination of interscholastic athletics in their school.
• Works with Head Coach to determine athlete participation and playing time.
• Promotes the athletic program within school and community.
• Operates within conference and SDHSAA policies.
• Maintains professional relationships with other coaches.
• Assists with fundraising activities as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Coaching experience

Teaching experience

Education

BA/BS Education Preferred

Job description

Assistant Track & Field Coach - Distance at Lincoln High School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5977863
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 30, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

We wantYOUhere!

Join the Lincoln High School Athletics Department as an Assistant Track & Field Coach - Distance and help inspire student-athletes to reach their full potential! In this role, you’ll support the development of athletes while fostering teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership in a challenging, competitive environment. Be part of a program that prepares students for purposeful engagement in the world through athletics and provides meaningful experiences for success.

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

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

View the complete job description here: High School Assistant Coach

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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Position Type: Other
Salary: $4,916 See Above
Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• David Maxwell , Activities Director
• Lincoln High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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