Head Coach - Basketball

Peoria Unified School District; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 1,000 - 4,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoria Unified School District is seeking a Head Coach at Liberty High School in Peoria, AZ. The role involves leading the athletic program, planning practices, and ensuring player safety and compliance with district and AIA rules.

The position requires NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching, Concussion in Sports certification, and an Arizona coaching or teaching certificate, plus CPR/First Aid certification. Applicants may need to pass background checks and obtain an IVP card.

Qualifications

• Certificate verifying completion of NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching or approved equivalent (AIA Rule 17.1).
• Certificate verifying completion of NFHS Concussion in Sports – What You Need to Know (AIA Rule 17.1).
• Arizona Teaching or Coaching Certificate OR sport-specific certificate (AIA Rule 17.1.2).
• Current Certification in CPR and First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Oversee coaching staff and student-athletes.
• Coordinate practices and competitions in compliance with AIA rules and district policies.
• Attend mandatory district and AIA meetings.

Skills

Communication with stakeholders

Coaching knowledge

Team building

Education

NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching certificate

Concussion in Sports certificate

Arizona coaching/teaching certificate or sport-specific certificate

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

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Openings as of 8/19/2026

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Extra Duties Stipends/ Coach
• Date Posted: 8/14/2026
• Location: Liberty High School - Peoria, 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.

Postings current as of 8/19/2026 11:10:39 PM CST.