Flag Football Coach — Build Teams, Mentor Junior High

Apache Junction Unified School District; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 3,500 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Apache Junction Unified School District seeks a Flag Football Coach for Cactus Canyon Junior High School. The coach will develop players, plan and supervise the flag football program, and promote safe, ethical play while building positive relationships with students, staff, and the community.

Responsibilities include maintaining compliance with AIA rules, using MaxPreps and HUDL for team management, and attending district meetings as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 1–2 years coaching experience, or equivalent.
• Arizona teaching certificate or coaching experience with certified personnel preferred.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching and Concussion in Sports completed.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ability to pass fingerprint/background check.
• Strong knowledge of flag football rules, techniques, safety; effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Coach student-athletes in flag football and promote development.
• Plan, organize, and supervise all aspects of the flag football program.
• Foster positive relationships with students, staff, and the community.
• Uphold high ethical standards and maintain confidentiality.
• Implement and promote safe practices to reduce injuries.
• Build team camaraderie through teambuilding, fundraising, and community service projects.
• Attend school district and AIA meetings as directed by the Athletic Director or supervising coach.
• Utilize online platforms like MaxPreps, HUDL, and others for team management.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching

Concussion in Sports

CPR & First Aid

Fingerprint/background check

Flag football knowledge

Communication

AIA & district rules familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree or 1–2 years coaching experience

Arizona Teaching Certificate preferred

Tools

MaxPreps

HUDL

Job description

Apache Junction Unified School District seeks a Flag Football Coach for Cactus Canyon Junior High School. The coach will develop players, plan and supervise the flag football program, and promote safe, ethical play while building positive relationships with students, staff, and the community.

Responsibilities include maintaining compliance with AIA rules, using MaxPreps and HUDL for team management, and attending district meetings as directed.