Head Coach -Football

Peoria Unified School District; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 4,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Peoria Unified School District in Peoria, AZ, is seeking a Head Coach for Cheyenne Elementary. This stipend role requires NFHS coaching credentials, CPR/First Aid, and adherence to AIA rules.

You will lead training, develop athletes, and collaborate with school staff to ensure safe, competitive programs. Applicants must pass fingerprint/background checks, hold AZ teaching or coaching certificates (or sport-specific certificate), and be willing to travel and work occasional evenings.

Qualifications

• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching certificate or approved equivalent.
• NFHS Concussion in Sports What You Need to Know certificate.
• Arizona Teaching or Coaching Certificate, or sport-specific certificate per AIA rules.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of sport rules, safety and essential skills.
• Ability to communicate with all stakeholders.
• Compliance with AIA and Peoria Unified School District guidelines.
• Fingerprint clearance and background check requirements, and valid AZ driver's license.

Skills

Coaching knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Team building

Education

Arizona Teaching Certificate

Arizona Coaching Certificate

CPR & First Aid Certification

Tools

MaxPreps

HUDL

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Peoria Unified School District

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Extra Duties Stipends/ Coach
• Date Posted: 10/19/2026
• Location: Cheyenne Elementary - Peoria, AZ
• Date Available: 11/2/2026
• Closing Date: 11/19/2026

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

Qualifications: Application Procedures:

• 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.

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.

Postings current as of 10/21/2026 8:42:11 AM CST.

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