Head Coach - Boys Track

Peoria Unified School District; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoria Unified School District is seeking a Head Coach for Ironwood High School in Glendale, AZ. This role involves leading athletic activities and requires specific certifications including a teaching or coaching certificate and CPR certification. Candidates must also adhere to AIA rules and participate in mandatory meetings.

The position offers a stipend and is open until filled. Applicants should complete the online application and may be required to travel and work outside normal hours.

Qualifications

• Completion of NFHS 'Fundamentals of Coaching' course.
• Completion of NFHS 'Concussion in Sports' course.
• Ability to adhere to AIA rules and school district regulations.

Responsibilities

• Attend mandatory school district and AIA meetings.
• Establish camaraderie through teambuilding and fundraising activities.
• Drive students to competitions as required.

Skills

Knowledge of essential skills, techniques, rules and safety concerns for the sport

Skill in communicating with all stakeholders

Education

Arizona Teaching Certificate or Arizona Coaching Certificate

Certificate in CPR and First Aid

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Extra Duties Stipends/ Coach
• Date Posted: 6/25/2026
• Location: Ironwood High School - 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 camaraderie among our players through teambuilding, fundraising, service projects, etc.

Application Procedures

This position is open until filled. All applicants must complete the online application.

Selection Process

Selected candidates will be required to participate in an interview process.