Head Track Coach (2 hrs) at Centennial Middle School

Centennial Middle School; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Centennial Middle School in Portland, Oregon, is seeking a Head Track Coach for the after-school program. The role requires organizing and conducting the athletic program, coordinating practice schedules, and ensuring student-athlete development while upholding district and conference policies.

The position emphasizes recruiting students, supervising assistants, and maintaining program integrity and safety in alignment with OSAA and district procedures.

Qualifications

• Prior coaching experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Knowledge of OSAA rules and district policies.

Responsibilities

• Recruit students within the school to participate in the program.
• Collaborate with the Athletic Director and follow district procedures.
• Organize practice schedules and routines to align with OSAA and Mt. Hood Conference.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Job description

Head Track Coach (2 hrs) at Centennial Middle School

Starting Date: Mar 29, 2027

Job Description

POSITION:HeadTrack Coach

LOCATION:Centennial Middle School

START DATE:March 29, 2027

Job Purpose Statement/s: The position of Head Coach is for the purpose of organizing and conducting the athletic program to meet the needs of the participants, by providing them worthwhile learning experiences.

Essential Job Functions:

• Exhibit exceptional integrity and character at all times.
• Act as a positive role model in the school and community.
• Cultivate a program culture that demands respect between participants.
• Actively recruit students within the school to participate in the program.
• Collaborate with and follow direction of the Athletic Director.
• Organize the specific athletic program so that it is consistent with the District, Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) (as applicable), and Mt. Hood Conference objectives for student/athletes.
• Adhere to all interscholastic policies, rules, and procedures, working within the confines of the rules and by-laws of the OSAA, Mt. Hood Conference, and Board Policies.
• Manage all aspects of the secondary program, at all levels, including practice schedules and routines.
• Determine the system of play to be used.
• Develop and implement an off-season program for athletes.
• Support the academic achievement of student/athletes.
• Oversee the assistant coaches that contribute in the secondary athletic program.
• Actively participate in and support the youth program that feeds the secondary program.
• Demonstrate proper active supervision during all scheduled activities of student/athletes including, but not limited to, games, practice, locker room, and transportation.
• Meet with the players and parents prior to or at the beginning of the season to cover all participation expectations.
• Commit to continued professional development and improvement of the knowledge of skill development, training techniques, fundaments, game strategy, and the rules of the sport.
• Collaborate with the Athletic Director to arrange for transportation and finances for contests.
• Accountable for expenditures and fundraising in accordance with established District procedures and follow written approval of the Athletic Director and/or principal.
• Follow current District procedures for handling of the program finances.
• Responsible for the care, distribution, and collection of District equipment and supplies.
• Communicate with athletes in a manner that models respect. Refrain from using profanity or derogatory language at participants, officials, parents, or others associated with the program.
• Report participant injuries to the trainer following current District procedures.
• Develop and maintain a positive rapport with students, athletes, parents, and assistant coaches throughout the program.
• Support the Athletic Director in recommending assistant coaches for hire while meeting District Standard Operating Procedures for hiring.
• Attend all meetings as required by the Athletic Director, principal, or league leadership.
• Assume responsibility for the conduct and performance of program assistant coaches.
• Report any behavior that endangers the physical, emotional, or mental safety of anyone in the program to the Athletic Director within 24 hours.

Other Job Functions:

• Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or District patrons.
• Advocate for multi-sport athletes.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Job Requirements – Qualifications:

• Experience Preferred:Prior experience in coaching with increasing levels of responsibility. Knowledge of the sport, coaching techniques, and student supervision.
• Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

Skills to effectively communicate in verbal and written modes with student/athletes, parents, assistant coaches, and other school staff. Strong leadership, problem solving, and organizational skills.

Knowledge of the sport, coaching techniques, student supervision, and District policies.

Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and deadlines. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perceptions/accommodation/field of vision.

Ability to speak a second language preferred.

• Licensed, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:
  • Must have or be able to obtain the following certifications, including but not limited to:
  • School-based Vector Training
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate
  • Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance(applicant agrees to assume cost upon offer of employment)

Evaluation:Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s Policy on Evaluation of Extra Duty Personnel.

Head Track Coach (2 hrs) at Centennial Middle School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5982995
Application Deadline: Dec 04, 2026 4:30 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Nov 04, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Mar 29, 2027

Job Description

POSITION:HeadTrack Coach

LOCATION:Centennial Middle School

START DATE:March 29, 2027

HOURS:2Hours Per Day (4:00pm - 6:00pm)

APPLICATION DEADLINE:Open Until Filled

Job Purpose Statement/s: The position of Head Coach is for the purpose of organizing and conducting the athletic program to meet the needs of the participants, by providing them worthwhile learning experiences.

Essential Job Functions:

• Exhibit exceptional integrity and character at all times.
• Act as a positive role model in the school and community.
• Cultivate a program culture that demands respect between participants.
• Actively recruit students within the school to participate in the program.
• Collaborate with and follow direction of the Athletic Director.
• Organize the specific athletic program so that it is consistent with the District, Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) (as applicable), and Mt. Hood Conference objectives for student/athletes.
• Adhere to all interscholastic policies, rules, and procedures, working within the confines of the rules and by-laws of the OSAA, Mt. Hood Conference, and Board Policies.
• Manage all aspects of the secondary program, at all levels, including practice schedules and routines.
• Determine the system of play to be used.
• Develop and implement an off-season program for athletes.
• Support the academic achievement of student/athletes.
• Oversee the assistant coaches that contribute in the secondary athletic program.
• Actively participate in and support the youth program that feeds the secondary program.
• Demonstrate proper active supervision during all scheduled activities of student/athletes including, but not limited to, games, practice, locker room, and transportation.
• Meet with the players and parents prior to or at the beginning of the season to cover all participation expectations.
• Commit to continued professional development and improvement of the knowledge of skill development, training techniques, fundaments, game strategy, and the rules of the sport.
• Collaborate with the Athletic Director to arrange for transportation and finances for contests.
• Accountable for expenditures and fundraising in accordance with established District procedures and follow written approval of the Athletic Director and/or principal.
• Follow current District procedures for handling of the program finances.
• Responsible for the care, distribution, and collection of District equipment and supplies.
• Communicate with athletes in a manner that models respect. Refrain from using profanity or derogatory language at participants, officials, parents, or others associated with the program.
• Report participant injuries to the trainer following current District procedures.
• Develop and maintain a positive rapport with students, athletes, parents, and assistant coaches throughout the program.
• Support the Athletic Director in recommending assistant coaches for hire while meeting District Standard Operating Procedures for hiring.
• Attend all meetings as required by the Athletic Director, principal, or league leadership.
• Assume responsibility for the conduct and performance of program assistant coaches.
• Report any behavior that endangers the physical, emotional, or mental safety of anyone in the program to the Athletic Director within 24 hours.

Other Job Functions:

• Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or District patrons.
• Advocate for multi-sport athletes.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Job Requirements – Qualifications:

• Experience Preferred:Prior experience in coaching with increasing levels of responsibility. Knowledge of the sport, coaching techniques, and student supervision.
• Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

Skills to effectively communicate in verbal and written modes with student/athletes, parents, assistant coaches, and other school staff. Strong leadership, problem solving, and organizational skills.

Knowledge of the sport, coaching techniques, student supervision, and District policies.

Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and deadlines. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perceptions/accommodation/field of vision.

Ability to speak a second language preferred.

• Licensed, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:
  • Must have or be able to obtain the following certifications, including but not limited to:
  • School-based Vector Training
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate
  • Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance(applicant agrees to assume cost upon offer of employment)

Evaluation:Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s Policy on Evaluation of Extra Duty Personnel.

Position Type: Extra Duty
Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Daunte Gouge , Athletics Director
• Email: [e-mail]

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