Coach, Boys Assistant Basketball (2026-2027 School Year)

J.o-Combs-Unified-School-District; San Tan Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

J.O. Combs Unified School District is seeking a Boys Assistant Basketball Coach for the 2026-2027 school year at Combs High School. This seasonal, part-time stipend position reports to the Athletic Director/Principal/Superintendent and supports the athletic program within the district.

The role emphasizes leadership, skill development, discipline, and team environment. Eligibility requires a high school diploma, fingerprint clearance, NFHSA certifications, and adherence to district athletic

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid, Current Department of Public Safety Level One IVP fingerprint clearance card.
• NFHSA certifications including concussion course, fundamentals of coach course, bullying, hazing & inappropriate behaviors course, AIA information course, and sport-specific courses.
• Must meet all of the National High School Federation rules for coaches.
• Understanding of an agreement with the district's goals of an athletic program.
• Knowledge of coaching techniques and human behavior.
• Positive, effective communication skills in dealing with students, employees, parents, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proper sportsmanship and respect for prayers, officials, opponents, fans, and other coaches.
• Work with students to promote strong learning environments in and out of the classroom while providing a safe environment.
• Ability to motivate student athletes to participate and sustain their interest in the program.
• Work effectively with student athletes of varying abilities, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds to instill commitment, discipline, and teamwork.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to and keep abreast of AIA rules and regulations.
• Assume responsibility for inventory, selection, and care of equipment.
• Ability to supervise, organize, and motivate coaching staff at all levels.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to implement effective coaching theory.
• Serve as a positive role model for students, coaching staff, and the community.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff, and school administration.
• Maintain good public relations with the media, boosters, parent officials, players, fans, etc.
• Communicate with parents, athletes, and school personnel regarding registration deadlines, fees, academic requirements, etc.
• Adhere to all Ethical Guidelines for Coaches.
• Apply discipline in a positive, firm, and consistent manner.
• Provide requested information to school officials and AIA in a timely manner.
• Assist the Athletic Director in developing game schedules, scheduling practices, facility use, transportation needs, and the program budget.
• Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Skills

Communication skills

Coaching techniques

District athletic program alignment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

IVP fingerprint clearance

NFHSA certifications

Job description

Coach, Boys Assistant Basketball (2026-2027 School Year) JobID: 714

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 10/23/2026
• Location: Combs High School

J.O. Combs Unified School District 44 complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities to apply and participate in the hiring process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources at 480-987-5300.

About Us

J.O. Combs Unified School District is located in San Tan Valley near Queen Creek, Mesa, Apache Junction, and Florence. We offer the full student experience from Pre-K through high school. The District is comprised of five elementary schools, a middle school, a high school, and alternative and online schools. We hire employees who are committed, innovative, and passionate about children and their educational opportunities. If this describes you, continue to learn more about the position below.

Position: Coach, Boys Assistant Basketball
Salary Schedule/Day Rate: (Subject to Change): Extra Duty Stipend Schedule
Benefits:Non-Benefit Eligible
Agreement:Seasonal
Hours:Part-time position, variable hours
Reports to:Athletic Director/Principal/ Superintendent
FLSA Status:Stipend

About the Role

The coach position provides leadership by helping each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem. As an athletic coach, you will instruct student athletes in a specific sports activity. In addition, the coach will maintain and develop an efficient and competitive team environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following.

• Demonstrate proper sportsmanship and respect for prayers, officials, opponents, fans, and other coaches.
• Work with students to promote strong learning environments in and out of the classroom while providing a safe environment.
• Ability to motivate student athletes to participate and sustain their interest in the program.
• Work effectively with student athletes of varying abilities, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds to instill commitment, discipline, and teamwork.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to and keep abreast of AIA rules and regulations.
• Assume responsibility for inventory, selection, and care of equipment.
• Ability to supervise, organize, and motivate coaching staff at all levels.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to implement effective coaching theory.
• Serve as a positive role model for students, coaching staff, and the community.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff, and school administration.
• Maintain good public relations with the media, boosters, parent officials, players, fans, etc.
• Communicate with parents, athletes, and school personnel regarding registration deadlines, fees, academic requirements, etc.
• Adhere to all Ethical Guidelines for Coaches.
• Apply discipline in a positive, firm, and consistent manner.
• Provide requested information to school officials and AIA in a timely manner.
• Assist the Athletic Director in developing game schedules, scheduling practices, facility use, transportation needs, and the program budget.
• Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

What you Need

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid, Current Department of Public Safety Level One IVP fingerprint clearance card
• National Federation of State High Schools Association (NFHSA) certification, including but not limited toConcussion Course, Fundamentals of Coach Course, Bullying, Hazing & Inappropriate Behaviors Course, AIA Information Course, and sport-specific courses
• Must meet all of the National High School Federation rules for coaches
• Understanding of an agreement with the district's goals of an athletic program
• Knowledge of coaching techniques and human behavior
• Positive, effective communication skills in dealing with students, employees, parents, and the community

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Duties may require employee to be exposed to outside weather conditions, including extreme heat or cold, wind, and rain. High humidity and/or dusty conditions may also be present. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of its operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Compliance Officer for Title IX, Director of Human Resources, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-987-5318, and Compliance Officer for Section 504/ADA, Director of Student Services, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-987-5300.

J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 no discrimina en base a la raza, el color, la religion, el origen nacional, el sexo, la discapacidad, la edad o la orientacion sexual para la admision y su acceso a sus programas, servicios, actividades o en cualquier aspecto de sus operaciones y proporciona un acceso igualitario a los Boys Scouts y otros grupos de jovenes designados. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 tampoco discrimina en sus practicas de empleo y contratacion. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar las preguntas en cuanto a las polízas de no discriminacion: Funcionario de Cumplimiento de Titulo IX, Director de Recursos Humanos, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 o 480-987-5318 y Funcionario de Cumplimiento para la Seccion 504/ADA, Director de Servicios Estudiantiles, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 o 480-987-5300.

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