Boys Track & Field Assistant Coach — Lead Practices

Champaign Unit 4 School District; United States; Presencial; USD 35.000 - 45.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Greater Nebraska Schools Hiring Consortium is seeking a Boys Track and Field Assistant Coach for Central High School for the 2026-2027 season. The ideal candidate will have appropriate coaching certification and strong knowledge of the sport, as well as an ability to build relationships with students.

The role involves working evenings and weekends, traveling for practices and games, and serving as a positive role model for student-athletes. Interested candidates should contact Ms. Nancy Whitehouse at [e-mail].

Formación

• Coaching certification as regulated by the IHSA or Illinois Professional Educator License.
• Strong knowledge of the sport and an ability to develop skills in student-athletes.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model for students.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in coaching the Boys Track and Field team.
• Teach and develop athletic skills in student-athletes.
• Travel with the team to various locations for practices and games.

Conocimientos

Coaching certification

Knowledge of track and field

Relationship building

Effective communication

Willingness to work evenings and weekends

Ability to travel with the team

Descripción del empleo

Boys Track and Field Assistant Coach - Differential Position JobID: 2624

• Date Posted:
  5/26/2026
  
  
• Location:
  Central High School
  
  
• Date Available:
  2026-2027 Season
  
  

Our Mission

• Positively transforming learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence.

Qualifications

• Appropriate coaching certification as regulated by the IHSA --OR-- Illinois Professional Educator License
• Strong knowledge of the sport and an ability to teach and develop the skills of our student-athletes
• Ability to build relationships and serve as a positive role model for students
• Effective communication skills with students and adults
• Willingness and ability to work nights, holidays, evenings and weekends
• Willing to travel with the team to different locations for practices/games, as needed

Compensation

• This is a Differential position. The differential pay scale can be found in the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Champaign Federation of Teachers, which is available on our website. Coaches with 5+ years of experience are compensated at a higher rate than those with more limited experience. Employment as a coach is on an at-will basis.

Application Deadline

• This position will remain posted until the hiring process is complete; however, interviews may be conducted after May 28, 2026, so interested applicants should submit their materials ASAP to ensure consideration.
• The season for this sport typically runs from mid-Januarythrough May. The exact dates are determined based on IHSA rules and the schedule for State events. More detailed questions regarding the schedule can be directed to the Athletic Director at the school.

More About Our Community

• Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.

Want to Learn More?

• If you want to learn more about this position or other career opportunities in Champaign Unit 4 Schools, please contact our Assistant Director of Human Resources & Employee Engagement, Ms. Nancy Whitehouse, at [e-mail]. Please include your résumé.
• You may also contact the Athletic Director at the school if you have specific questions.

Postings current as of 10/27/2026 4:19:32 PM CST.

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