Head Coach Middle School 2026-27 School Year

Omaha Public Schools; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 1,500 - 3,500; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Public Schools is seeking a Head Coach, Middle School for the 2026-27 school year. The successful candidate will lead practices, coordinate with the Athletic Director, and ensure compliance with NSAA rules while promoting student-athlete safety and growth.

This position requires Nebraska Department of Education certification or a Special Services coaching endorsement, and the ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and families to support a positive athletics program.

Qualifications

• Coaching certification as required by NSAA/NDE
• Current teaching or administrative certificate through the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) or Special Services Certification with coaching endorsement
• Ability to coordinate with athletic director and district staff

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and well-being of student participants.
• Plan, schedule, and supervise practices and competitions.
• Support learning expectations and monitor student academic performance.
• Maintain high conduct standards and represent the district positively.
• Collaborate with athletic director to implement approved athletic plans.

Skills

Coaching Certification

NDE Teaching Certificate

Communication with students/parents

Job description

Head Coach Middle School 2026-27 School Year

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Job Details

Job ID: 5886248
Application Deadline: Oct 29, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Head Coach, Middle School

QUALIFICATIONS

The Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) has adopted legislation requiring certification for head and assistant coaches at the high school level. Certification is defined by having a current teaching or administrative certificate through the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE). It is also defined as having a Special Services Certification with an endorsement in the area of coaching. Should you be approved by Human Resources and the Athletic Director, you will be required to hold a valid NDE to coach at the high school level.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The head coach for any sport has the responsibility for supporting the athletics program in a manner that serves the best interests of the school district and of the student athletes who participate in that program. The head coach supports and works cooperatively with the athletic director, performing all assigned duties and providing support and assistance as requested. The head coach ensures that actions and activities are consistent with and supportive of the athletics program as well as the rules identified by the Nebraska School Activities Association. The assistant coach adheres at all times to the Policies and Regulations and the Practices and Procedures of the Board of Education.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety and well-being of all student participants.
• Organizes, plans, and attends practices and competitive events consistently, demonstrating punctual arrival.
• Supports and applies approved expectations for learning and classroom performance as a condition for participation in athletics. Monitors and supports students’ academic performance to ensure success.
• Sets and maintains high expectations for the conduct of student athletes, supervising students to assure that all conduct presents the school and the school district in a positive manner.
• Supports and applies the atheltic director's plan for teaching and encouraging appropriate student behavior including possible consequences for unacceptable behavior. Assures that the plan is used to support the development of the student athletes and to promote the success of the athletics program.
• Supports and teaches the athletics program designed by the athletic direcotr, enhancing the development of skills and encouraging team play during instruction, practice, and competitive events.
• Gathers accurate information regarding eligibility of student athletes and provides it to the athletic director in a timely manner. Supports the letter and the spirit of eligibility criteria as determined by the school and the district, as well as local and state governing bodies.
• Participates in district-approved activities with elementary students at the request of the athletic director.
• Communicates effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Communicates with the athletic director regarding important changes, problems or developments potentially affecting the athletics program or the school.
• Works cooperatively with all coaches and officials to provide the best possible experience for student-athletes and fans.
• Supports and contributes to the success of the entire athletics program by encouraging student participation and support for all programs and assisting other programs whenever possible.
• Communicates with building administrators regarding important changes, problems or developments potentially affecting the athletics program or the school.
• Supports and contributes to the success of the entire athletics program and the school by encouraging student participation and support for all programs and assisting other programs and coaches whenever possible.

Coaching

• Plans and schedules all activities related to the athletics program in conjunction with the Head Coach and Athletic Director and in conformance with rules of local and state governing bodies.
• May design and implement strength and conditioning program that supports the health and safety of student-athletes and promotes the success of the program.
• Designs practice activities that enhance the development of athletics skills, deepen student-athletes’ understanding of the sport, and emphasize the importance of team play to the success of the program. Practices are ordered, with purposeful activities designed to elicit high levels of participation and to emphasize elements of individual and team excellence.
• Leads student athletes and staff in preparing for and participating in competitive events. Manages all resources effectively to enhance growth, to maximize opportunities for success, and to present the program and the school in a positive manner.
• Assures that all student participants have arrangements for safe return to the care of respective parent(s) or guardian(s) at the conclusion of activities daily.

Program Administration

• Oversees the safety conditions of the facility and reports concerns immediately to the appropriate authority.
• Establishes and maintains an inventory of equipment used in the athletics program and is accountable for the condition and return of all equipment. Monitors program needs and recommends replacement of equipment, supplies, and uniforms in advance of need when possible.
• Obtains required documentation regarding student eligibility for participation in interscholastic athletics.
• Assures that reliable data regarding individual and team performances are maintained and reported in a timely manner.
• Maintains records regarding financial expenditures and reimbursements and submits required reports in a timely manner.
• Submits an end-of-season report reporting required data and evaluating the success of the program including recommendations for its improvement

* NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Seasonal
Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 3215 Cuming Street
• Omaha, Nebraska 68131
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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