Head Coach - Baseball

Peoria Unified School District; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 3,000 - 7,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoria Unified School District in Glendale, AZ, invites applications for Head Coach at Heritage Elementary. This role includes overseeing athletics/activities and extra duties, with a stipend compensation and potential travel as needed.

Candidates must hold NFHS coaching certificates, CPR/First Aid, and an Arizona coaching or teaching credential or sport-specific certificate; strong communication and safety ethics are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of essential skills, techniques, rules and safety concerns for the sport to be coached.
• Skill in communicating with all stakeholders
• NFHS coursework and AIA rules knowledge required

Responsibilities

• Oversee athletics/activities and related duties for assigned program.
• Coordinate with district and AIA meetings and adhere to eligibility rules.

Skills

Sport knowledge

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching certificate or equivalent

NFHS Concussion in Sports certificate

Arizona teaching or coaching certificate or sport-specific certificate

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Extra Duties Stipends/ Coach
• Date Posted:
  8/4/2026
• Location:
  Heritage Elementary - Glendale, AZ

Position:Head Coach
Salary: Stipend
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Qualifications

• Certificate verifying completion of the NFHS online "Fundamentals of Coaching" course, or approved equivalent (AIA Rule 17.1).
• Certificate verifying completion of the NFHS online "Concussion in Sports – What You Need to Know" course (AIA Rule 17.1).
• An Arizona Teaching Certificate OR an Arizona Coaching Certificate OR a certificate verifying completion sport specific course (AIA Rule 17.1.2).
• Current Certification in CPR and First Aid
• Knowledge of essential skills, techniques, rules and safety concerns for the sport to be coached
• Skill in communicating with all stakeholders
• Knowledge necessary to adhere to rules set out by AIA ( www.aiaonline.org ) and Peoria Unified School District #11
• Attend mandatory school district and AIA meetings

Other Requirements

• Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must be able to pass a background clearance check.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Arizona driver's license as driving students to and from competitions may be required.
• May be required to work outside normal working hours
• May be required to travel to perform work functions
• Must utilize online platforms required for specific sports like MaxPreps, HUDL, and others.
• Must establish a sense of comradery among our players through teambuilding, fundraising, service projects, etc.
• Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must be able to pass a background clearance check.