Girls' Middle School Basketball Head Coach

Elma School District; Elma (WA); On-site; USD 3,200 - 3,400; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave (I-1433 accrual)

Washington Paid Family Medical Leave

Job summary

Elma School District is seeking applicants for the 2026-2027 Girls Basketball Head Coach at Elma Middle School. The extracurricular salary stipend ranges from $3,159.20 to $3,411.20, with the season starting around 10/26/2026.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 21+, First Aid/CPR and concussion training before practice, and a background check. Prior coaching or playing experience is preferred; strong communication and the ability to work with students, staff, parents and the

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must be at least 21 years or older.
• First Aid/CPR Certification and Concussion training required before the first day of practice.
• WSP/FBI fingerprint background clearance check (fee paid by employee).
• Meet the WIAA coaching standard criteria.
• Clear communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with students, staff, parents and community.
• Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the sport skill, strategy and rules.
• Prior coaching experience or playing experience in the sport is given preference.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
• The safety and health of students and others is an essential function of this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct leadership and organization for the girls basketball program at Elma Middle School.
• Provide direct ongoing supervision of athletes and manage practices, conditioning sessions, games, travel and other activities.
• Develop objectives of the assigned sport/activity.
• Maintain knowledge of league and district rules related to the sport and student participation.
• Emphasize safety procedures to all athletes.
• Report injuries to the Athletic Director and complete required reports.

Skills

Coaching

Team leadership

Communication

Discipline

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Elma School District is seeking applicants for the 2026-2027 Girls Basketball Head Coach at Elma Middle School. The extracurricular salary stipend ranges from $3,159.20 to $3,411.20, with the season starting around 10/26/2026.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 21+, First Aid/CPR and concussion training before practice, and a background check. Prior coaching or playing experience is preferred; strong communication and the ability to work with students, staff, parents and the