Athletic Coach (Candidate Pool) SY26-27 (California)

Summit Public Schools; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Summit Public Schools in the Bay Area is seeking an Athletic Coach for middle and high school to support a values-driven sports program. The role involves developing teams, supervising practices and games, and partnering with the athletic director on budgets and scheduling.

You’ll foster leadership, teamwork, and college-readiness through athletics, while upholding Summit’s commitment to equity and inclusive participation.

Qualifications

• Commitment to uphold Summit’s values and equity in education.
• Passion for education and athletics.
• Coaching experience preferred.
• Clear health and background check.

Responsibilities

• Develop a values-driven team that aligns with College, Character, Community.
• Model Summit’s values and conduct yourself professionally.
• Supervise and administer the team.
• Coordinate with the athletic director on team budget and fundraising.
• Maintain uniforms and equipment; plan end-of-season awards.
• Communicate with parents and students.
• Help schedule a full season of athletic events, officials, and facilities.
• Provide instruction on fundamentals, techniques, and game strategies.

Skills

Commitment to equity

Coaching experience

Passion for education

Background check

Job description

Middle School & High School Athletic Coach, SY 26-27 (Part-Time)

Bay Area, California

At Summit Public Schools we believe that all students should pursue their passions. Athletics is one of many ways students can explore their passions. As a public charter school, our athletics program is a compliment to our academic programming.

We are looking for Athletic Coaches who are passionate about educational equity and college for all and developing young adult leadership and teamwork skills. Our coaches should recognize the role that sports and physical education play in enhancing a student’s sense of belonging to the school community.

Schedules vary by team. Coaches will run 2-3 practices per week and must be available for all games. Exact schedule will vary based on coach's availability.

Who We Are

What if all students graduated high school with the knowledge, skills and habits they need to lead a fulfilled life? This is the question that guides our mission at Summit Public Schools.

Summit is a leading network of public schools that prepare a diverse student population for success in a four-year college and to be thoughtful, contributing members of society. We operate 12 schools serving over 4,000 students in the Bay Area and Washington state. 100% of Summit graduates are college ready and Summit graduates complete college at double the national average.

We need exceptional, diverse, and mission-aligned individuals to join our team to help prepare our students for a fulfilled life. Join us!

What You’ll Do

The Coach will have the following responsibilities:

• Develop a team/program that is values driven and supports school mission of College, Character, and Community
• Model behaviors and the values of Summit Public Schools.
• Supervision and administration of the team
• Work with the athletic director on team budget, including fundraising efforts
• Uniform and equipment maintenance and tracking and plan the end of season awards program.
• Communication with parents and students
• Help with the scheduling for a full season of athletic events, including officials and facilities.
• Provide instruction to student‑athletes on the fundamentals, details, and strategies of the sport

What You Need

Key Qualities and Skills

• Commitment to uphold Summit’s values, belief that all children deserve a rigorous and equitable education that prepares them for college and for life.
• A passion for education and physical education/sports.
• Prior coaching experience is preferred.
• Clear health and background check.

Who You Are

About You

• You maintain high expectations for all students and believe all students can find success in school, college, and life.
• You thrive while collaborating and are excited to work with your colleagues. You find positivity in share successes.
• You’re deeply dedicated to social justice and feel motivated by the challenge and impact of working in a heterogenous community and closing the achievement gap.
• You share our vision to reimagine what schools should be and are excited to make an impact on the public education landscape.
• You possess strong relationship skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, develop, and communicate with a diverse group of students.
• You are positive and resilient in the face of big challenges.
• You possess outstanding organizational skills and have a passion for the details.
• You are empathetic and culturally competent. You’re open to having hard conversations.
• You thrive in innovative environments, and are comfortable with the ambiguity that can come with a dynamic and progressive workplace.

What You Get

Summit is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are directly intertwined with education. We are ALL better when we are able to bring our whole selves to work and honor each other’s voices across identities, cultural backgrounds, and life experiences. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals who are members of historically marginalized communities. Spanish language proficiency is a plus.