Certificate of Clearance Volunteer

To be determined; Vancouver (WA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A local educational organization is looking for a Certificate of Clearance Volunteer to assist in providing a comprehensive athletics program at Vancouver Public Schools. This role includes conducting practices, overseeing games, and educating athletes while adhering to WIAA policies. Prior experience in coaching K-12 athletes and strong communication skills are essential. This position requires flexibility in working hours and is vital for fostering a positive sporting environment for all participants.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the sport or event in which the candidate is applying.
• Recent coaching experience with K-12 athletes preferred.
• Current First Aid and CPR card, or ability to obtain prior to established start date.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience demonstrating strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support vision for a comprehensive athletics program.
• Conduct practices focusing on proper technique.
• Attend and supervise athletes at games.
• Teach and demonstrate sportsmanship.
• Organize and evaluate practice sessions.
• Adhere to district, league, and WIAA policies.
• Maintain uniforms and equipment inventory.
• Communicate effectively with diverse parties.
• Work as a team player under program direction.
• Serve as a positive role model.
• Adapt to flexible working conditions.

Skills

Knowledge of the sport

Coaching experience with K-12 athletes

First Aid and CPR certified

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Ability to work with diverse populations

Job description

Certificate of Clearance Volunteer

Vancouver Public Schools, Vancouver, Washington. Open in Google Maps.

This job is also posted in Vancouver Public Schools.

Job Details

Job ID: 5323075

Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 5:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Aug 06, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Flexibility in working hours required.

For the 2025-26 school year.

We appreciate your interest in volunteering with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation.

Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.

Position Definition:

Under the direction of the coach, building Athletic Director, building Principal, and district Athletic Director, the Certificate of Clearance (COC) volunteer helps to provide a comprehensive athletics program in the specified sport to include conducting practices, overseeing games and game strategy, educating and developing athletes, and complying with WIAA policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the sport or event in which the candidate is making application
• Recent coaching experience, with K-12 athletes preferred
• Current First Aid and CPR card, or ability to obtain prior to the established start date
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience which demonstrates strong organizational skills
• Experience which demonstrates strong leadership skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse

Essential Functions

• Support the vision for the program that embraces character development and a positive experience for all athletes
• Conduct practices for the team that focus on proper technique and mechanics of the sport
• Attend and supervise athletes at games, and execute game strateg
• Teach and demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, parents and the school community
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions
• Know and adhere to WIAA, league, district, and building rules and policies
• Complete required district and WIAA trainings around sport specific rules and safety
• Maintain and inventory uniforms and equipment
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms and work cooperatively in an effective and positive manner with diverse parties to include staff, students, parents, and community
• Work successfully as a team player and follow the Head Coach/Athletic Director’s program direction
• Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Serve as a positive role model for students, and practice the behaviors that are expected of our students
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Working Conditions

• Work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Exposure to blood and other body fluids which may contain hazardous and/or infectious agents
• Ability to lift and move moderately sized objects up to 50 pounds

Such alternative to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the District finds appropriate and acceptable. It is understood that the district has the right to transfer and assign volunteers to best fit the needs of the district. Volunteers appointed to a position in any given school may be re-appointed to the same position for the subsequent school year without further posting. Fingerprint background clearance valid for two (2) calendar years.

Position Type: Varies