Head Coach - Outdoor Track and Field - KHS

RSU 21; Kennebunk (ME); On-site; USD 4,400 - 6,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend position

Job summary

RSU 21 in Kennebunk, Maine seeks a Head Coach for Outdoor Track and Field at Kennebunk High School. This stipend seasonal role requires leadership, sport-specific knowledge, and a commitment to student-athlete development.

The ideal candidate will manage the program, plan practices, and coordinate with the Director of Athletics to ensure a safe, competitive environment and adherence to school policies. Experience with Maine coaching credentials is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching track and field or comparable sports.
• Ability to manage all aspects of a sport program.
• Credentialing as Maine Coaches or pursuit thereof.
• Commitment to student-athlete development and positive conduct.

Responsibilities

• Supervises student athletes in the program.
• Prepares athletes for competition through planning and practice.
• Oversees off-season programs to develop players.
• Acts as a role model for students and communicates expectations.
• Organizes team meetings and encourages participation from prospective athletes.
• Assesses skills and assigns team positions.
• Develops regular practice schedules and ensures time is well used.
• Collaborates with the athletics director to schedule facilities.
• Assigns duties to an assistant coach as needed.
• Coaches players on rules, safety, and techniques of the sport.
• Monitors academics to ensure eligibility requirements are met.
• Communicates with parents/guardians about athletic performance.
• Adheres to district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Represents the team to media, booster clubs, and groups other than the school.

Skills

Coaching experience

Team management

Athletic program planning

Knowledge of track and field

Education

Maine Coaches credentials

Job description

Head Coach - Outdoor Track and Field - KHS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5971742

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 26, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Head Coach-Outdoor Track and Field-KHS

ATHLETICS

Seasonal

Kennebunk High School, Kennebunk, ME, US

Salary Range:

$5,175.58 To $5,175.58 Annually

Head Coach-Outdoor Track and Field-Kennebunk High School

Stipend Position: $5,175.58

As the Head Coach, you will deliver measurable results in developing, enhancing and promoting an athletic program that will be distinguished by the teams’ display of integrity, citizenship, character, work ethic, and their ability to overcome adversity. To instruct students in appropriate methods to be respectful of themselves, their opponents, and officials regardless of the outcome of their event.

Qualifications

Love what you do, bringing your experience as a player or as a coach to the students at RSU 21. Must have knowledge and expertise in the strategies, methods and techniques for a successful sport offering. Should have the ability to manage all aspects of a sport program and earned or will earn credentials of Maine Coaches; employment in the Kennebunk School Department preferred.

Reports To: Director of Athletics

Responsibilities

• Supervises the student athletes in his/her program
• Through proper preparation and planning, students are appropriately ready for competition
• Supervises/manages off season programs to help players enhance their abilities
• Serves as a role model for students
• Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
• Assesses player’s skills and assigns team positions.
• Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Works with the athletics director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
• Assigns duties to an assistant coach as necessary.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.
• Determines game strategy based on the team’s capabilities.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student.
• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations.
• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Works with the athletic director to develop a policy for awards and submits a list of award winners at the end of the season.
• Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
• Models non discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Assists in the assessment and hiring of members of his/her coaching staff
• Works to enhance and display the philosophy and objectives of the department
• Works with the trainer, Director of Athletics to ensure proper medical assistance is available and plans are in order for emergency situations
• Administers the District athletic codes
• Maintains orderly records of equipment/uniform issued and works with the athletic department to successfully collect all issued materials
• Prepares reports for the Director of Athletics, as requested
• Supervises assistant coaches including decisions regarding player performance and membership in the program
• Performs such other duties, consistent with this position, as determined by the principal/Director of Athletics

Competencies

• Servant-leader model: you coach and grow staff through strategic delegation to increase department knowledge, engagement and autonomy
• Visionary: you keep your eye firmly on the future; you maintain a big picture, high-altitude view to ensure you’re assessing short-term realities to inform long-term needs; you look and plan ahead with imagination and wisdom; your vision dictates the direction a team or district will take
• Attention to detail: you’re obsessed with accuracy and embrace the importance of “getting it right”; you triple-check documentation to ensure you can stand by your work; your discipline enables you to work error‑free despite repetitive nature of tasks
• Big picture thinking: you maintain a big picture perspective and connect it to what’s happening in the field; you synthesize competing factors, opportunities and needs to identify a strategic path forward
• Proactive problem‑solving: you take a creative approach to problem solving; when an initiative is stalled, you get us back on track to regain momentum
• Role model: your performance inspires others; you embody the desired work ethic and/or approach that is required to achieve our district mission; others learn from the high standards you hold for yourself

Reasonable Accommodations

RSU 21 will provide accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law, who has made the district aware of their disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the district.

We may use employer surveillance technology to monitor activity and communications

Terms of Employment

This is a stipend position for the Spring Athletic Season, as determined by the KAKEA CBA Appendix III

Position Type

After school/Evening

Job Categories

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Welcome to Regional School Unit 21

RSU 21 encompasses the schools of Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel. Situated on the Atlantic coastline 30 minutes south of Portland and 1.5 hours north of Boston, MA, our students enjoy living in one of New England's most beautiful and accessible locales.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RSU21 is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to be a welcoming and inclusive community that supports the safety and well‑being of all of our students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to implementing programs and practices that support diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a part of this commitment, we welcome all applicants. RSU21 does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, gender identity, orientation, disability, religion, age, national origin, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. If you are a person of color, LGBTQ+, disabled, or belong to any protected class, we encourage you to apply. Our diversity strengthens our mission to produce global citizens.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Chelsie Fitzgerald
• 177 Alewive Rd
• Kennebunk, Maine 04043
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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