Athletic Coach - Shepherd College Prep

Mesa-Public-Schools---A; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools seeks an Athletic Coach to lead, train and mentor student‑athletes in a specific sport. The coach develops game plans, fosters teamwork, discipline and personal growth while ensuring practices, games and activities align with school policies and health and safety standards.

Applicants must complete an online application with a valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card, Coach Referral Form and required NFHS certificates. This is a seasonal, part-time role with stipend pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Current IVP fingerprint card.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate.
• NFHS Concussion in Sports Certificate.
• Experience as a player at high school or college level preferred.
• Previous coaching experience preferred.
• Understanding of sports rules, strategies, techniques, equipment and safety.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead practices to improve individual and team performance.
• Develop values of sportsmanship, discipline and teamwork.
• Foster a positive, inclusive team culture and address conflicts.
• Maintain and coordinate practice, game, and transportation schedules, scores, records and evaluations.
• Enforce school and league rules for eligibility, safety and conduct.
• Communicate effectively with parents, staff, booster club and community.
• Assist with other assigned duties as appropriate.

Skills

Coaching

Team leadership

Safety protocols

Communication

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma or GED

IVP fingerprint clearance

NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate

NFHS Concussion in Sports Certificate

Job description

Athletic Coach - Shepherd College Prep

Mesa USD 4 Student Affairs - Mesa, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5906435

Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 27, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of 2024 Best Employers in Arizona.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Rate:

Stipend

Shift Type:

Part-Time

Calendar:

Seasonal

Job Summary:

The position is responsible for leading, training, and mentoring student‑athletes in a specific sport. The coach develops strategies to improve athletic performance while fostering teamwork, discipline, and personal growth. They ensure that all practices, games and activities align with school policies and promote health and safety of students.

Candidates must complete anon-lineapplication which requires a valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card, Coach Referral Form and the required NFHS Certificates.

Key Responsibilities:

This section outlines the primary duties and key responsibilities required for this role, detailing the essential tasks and functions necessary to perform the job successfully, with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Design and lead practices to improve individual and team performance while developing game plans tailored to opponents
• Developing values of sportsmanship, discipline, teamwork and the ability to balance academics with athletics
• Foster a positive team culture which is inclusive, respectful, goal oriented and can address and work through team conflicts
• Maintain and coordinate practice, game, and transportation schedules, scores, records and evaluations
• Enforce school and AIA rules for eligibility, safety protocols, changes to rules and regulations and player conduct
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, school staff, booster club, and community members
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.

Education:

• A high school or GED is preferred
• Current IVP fingerprint card
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate
• NFHS Concussion in Sports Certificate

Experience:

• Background as a player in the sport, either at the high school or collegiate level is preferred
• Previous experience as an assistant or head coach at any level is preferred
• Understanding of the sports rules, strategies, techniques, equipment, safety protocols and best practices

Skills & Competencies:

This section outlines the critical skills and competencies required to excel in this role, enabling effective performance, adaptability, and consistent achievement of job responsibilities.

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Sport specific knowledge of fundamentals, training and conditioning, game strategy development, and safety protocols
• Evaluate performance data and develop plans of improvement for your players
• Ability to be flexible with injuries, scheduling conflicts and eligibility requirements
• Effectively mediate and resolve conflicts among team members, parents, and staff
• Stay updated on the latest coaching techniques and training methods through clinics, books, colleague feedback

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

This section outlines the work environment and physical conditions associated with this role. It includes information on whether the job involves working in an office, classroom, or other settings, and if there are physical activities like standing, walking, or lifting.

• Indoor and outdoor settings depending on sport
• Travel for away games, tournaments and team or training camps
• Irregular hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends and possible holiday tournaments
• Interactions with student‑athletes, parents, booster members, and other school staff and coaches
• Physical activity requiring standing, walking, bending, stretching, running and demonstrating athletic techniques
• Ability to lift and carry necessary sports equipment up to 50 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‑discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Position Type: Season

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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