Athletic Coach - Head Varsity Track & Field

BASHA HIGH SCHOOL; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Basha High School in Chandler, AZ is seeking a motivated Head Varsity Track & Field Coach to lead a competitive, inclusive program. You will guide practices, develop athletes, and uphold safety and district policies while serving as a professional liaison for students, families, and staff.

The role emphasizes building a positive culture, mentoring student-athletes, and managing program operations in alignment with the district's mission and athletic calendar.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications include Valid Arizona Driver’s License
• DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
• NFHS Course Certificate: Bullying, Hazing and Inappropriate Behaviors
• NFHS Course Certificate: Concussion in Sports
• NFHS Course Certificate: First Aid, Health and Safety
• NFHS Course Certificate: Fundamentals of Coaching
• NFHS Course Certificate: Heat Illness Prevention
• Additional course certifications as required by sport type.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement effective practices.
• Foster a positive team culture focused on growth.
• Represent BASHA High School professionally with students, families, staff, and community.
• Ensure student-athletes are properly cleared and eligible.
• Maintain safe practice environments per AIA guidelines.
• Oversee equipment, inventory, and facility management.
• Organize and manage day-to-day program operations.

Skills

Valid Arizona Driver’s License

DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

CPR/First Aid/AED Certification

NFHS Course Certificate: Bullying, Haz

NFHS Course Certificate: Concussion in

NFHS Course Certificate: First Aid,

NFHS Course Certificate: Fundamentals

NFHS Course Certificate: Heat Illness

Job description

Athletic Coach - Head Varsity Track & Field

Chandler USD 80 BASHA HIGH SCHOOL - Chandler, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5960029

Application Deadline: Oct 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION

CLASSIFICATION: SUPPLEMENTAL

JOB TITLE:ATHLETIC COACH

REPORTS TO: ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

CALENDAR: ATHLETIC CALENDAR

SALARY: COACHING AND EXTRACURRICULAR

Job Goal : Basha High School is seeking a motivated, knowledgeable, and student-centered leader to serve as Head Varsity Track & Field Coach. The ideal candidate will be committed to building a competitive, positive, and inclusive program that develops student-athletes both on and off the track, in alignment with Basha High School’s mission and vision.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Leadership & Development

• Plan, organize, and implement effective practices that promote athletic development, teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
• Foster a positive team culture focused on student‑athlete growth, accountability, and competitive excellence.
• Represent Basha High School professionally when working with students, families, staff, and the community.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all student-athletes are properly cleared and eligible to participate.
• Maintain safe practice and competition environments in accordance with Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA) guidelines and school regulations.

Program Operations

• Oversee equipment, inventory, and facility management.
• Organize and manage day-to-day program operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Arizona Driver’s License
• DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
• NFHS Course Certificate: Bullying, Hazing and Inappropriate Behaviors
• NFHS Course Certificate: Concussion in Sports
• NFHS Course Certificate: First Aid, Health and Safety
• NFHS Course Certificate: Fundamentals of Coaching
• NFHS Course Certificate: Heat Illness Prevention
• Additional course certifications as required by sport type.

Core Job Functions:

• Plan and conduct practices that develop individual and team athletic skills.
• Teach sport‑specific fundamentals, strategies, and rules.
• Promote student‑athlete growth, sportsmanship, and positive character.
• Supervise and manage student‑athletes during practices, competitions, and team activities.
• Prepare teams for competitions and coach during games with professionalism.
• Prioritize athlete safety and follow all injury prevention and emergency protocols.
• Establish and enforce team expectations aligned with school and district policies.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, administrators, and athletic staff.
• Assist with program administration, including equipment, records, and required documentation.
• Comply with all school, district, and athletic association rules and professional standards

Core Values:

• Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value,a quality, and our most important product.
• Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the greatestleveler, and weintend forall our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel.
• Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.
• Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization.
• Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. We are supported by our community because we continuallydemonstrateour ability to produce thevery bestby carefully using the resources available .

Professional Qualities:

• Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient manner
• Function effectively as a team member
• Be responsible, reliable, and punctual
• Be flexible and adaptable to change
• Positively accept direction
• Maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parents
• Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district
• Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
• Adhere to the dress codeappropriate tothe site and job
• Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis
• Bea positive role model
• Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner

Physical Requirements:

• Positions in this classification often require physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, and sitting.
• The job involves finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), and focusing ability.
• Employees may be exposed to travel, odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, and loud noises.
• The work may require lifting or exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of forcefrequently.
• Reasonable accommodation may be available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
• The physical demands described are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential job functions.
• Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made for individuals with disabilities.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $4,610 Stipend

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required