Head Cross Country Coach

Maricopa Unified School District #20; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 121,000 - 187,000; Part time

Job summary

Maricopa Unified School District #20 is seeking a Head Cross Country Coach at Desert Sunrise High School in Maricopa, AZ. The position reports to the Athletic Director and involves leading a high school athletic program, planning practices, and ensuring safety and discipline during events.

Responsibilities include developing athletes, maintaining records, and coordinating with the district on eligibility and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching athletics.
• Available to work during assigned hours.
• Understanding of and agreement with the District's athletic program goals.
• Familiar with care and treatment of athletic injuries.
• Arizona Dept of Education coaching certification required.
• NFHS Coaches Course including Concussion Course completed.
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• Valid Driver's License.
• 39-month Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Enforce discipline and sportsmanship at all times.

Responsibilities

• Coach participants in the skills necessary for successful performance.
• Provide a positive learning environment for the athletes.
• Plan and schedule a regular program of practice in season.
• Manage athlete behavior during training sessions and meets.
• Oversee safety of facilities and equipment.
• Assist athletic director with scheduling interscholastic contests.
• Maintain team rosters and end-of-year inventory.
• Evaluate coaches as requested.

Skills

Coaching experience

Coaching techniques

Physical fitness

Availability during hours

District athletic program knowledge

Education

Arizona Dept of Education certification

NFHS Coaching Course

First Aid and CPR Certification

Valid Driver's License

MVR 39 months

Job description

Head Cross Country Coach

Maricopa Unified School District #20 DESERT SUNRISE HIGH SCHOOL - Maricopa, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5856844

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 28, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Maricopa Unified School District #20

Human Resources 44150 West Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, Arizona 85138 520.568.5100 - main number 520.568.5151 - fax number

Job Title: Athletic Coach

Reports To: Athletic Director

Evaluated By: Athletic Director

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Days and hours to be arranged, with Stipend according to current schedule.

JOB GOAL: To provide leadership in helping each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship and an increased level of self-esteem. To instruct student athletes in a specific sports activity.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to execute each requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for the position.

• Expressed interest in athletics
• Experience in coaching
• Physical ability to perform essential functions
• Available to work during assigned hours
• Understanding of and agreement with the District's goals of an athletic program
• Knowledge of coaching techniques and human behavior
• Possess knowledge of the State, Federal and School Board Policies and Regulations

regarding student conduct and appropriate disciplinary action

• Familiar with the care and treatment of athletic injuries
• All High School Head Athletic Coaches must be certified by the Arizona Department of Education
• Coaches must complete NFHS Coaches Course including Concussion Course
• First Aid and CPR Certification
• Valid Driver Licence
• 39-month Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the duties and responsibilities as stated in the primary administrative assignment and as stated below. Other duties may be assigned.

• Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for successful performance
• Provide a positive learning environment for the athletes
• Plan and schedule a regular program of practice in season in accordance with district policy and AIA regulations
• Manage athlete behavior during training sessions and during meets or events
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and
• facilities
• Assist the athletic director, when necessary, in scheduling interscholastic contests where applicable
• Recommend purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as appropriate
• Maintain complete and accurate records as required (i.e. attendance forms, insurance
• records, file accident reports, etc.) competition in his/her sport
• Oversee the safety conditions of the facility/area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times, especially, when students are present.
• Follow district procedures in establishing performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition in his/her sport
• Enforce discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times and establish and oversee penalties for breach of such standards by individual students
• Assumes primary responsibility for field or court preparation
• Provide athletic director with team rosters as requested
• Provide athletic director with end of year inventory as requested
• Head Coach of each sport to provide athletic director the evaluation of coaches as requested
• Perform such other tasks (which may require knowledge of other job descriptions) as may seem to be appropriate to the School Board or Administration.
• Maintains satisfactory attendance, as defined in District policy and regulations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the appropriate supervisor in accordance with provisions of the School Board's policy.

SALARY:Appr ovedClassifedCompensation Plan (Education and Experience) CLASSIFICATION: Exempt 12-Month Salary Range based on Administrative Compensation Plan

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator

Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources:
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: 520-568-5100
Email: [e-mail]

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Director of Exceptional Student Services
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website atwww.musd20.org

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nathaly Montano , Recruitment Specialist
• DISTRICT OFFICE
• Maricopa, Arizona 85138
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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