High School Head Track Coach (2026-2027)

The Pinnacle Charter School; Federal Heights (CO); On-site; USD 4,100 - 4,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Colorado PERA retirement

Job summary

The Pinnacle Charter School in Federal Heights, Colorado is seeking a part-time High School Head Track Coach to lead the program and mentor student athletes. You will organize practices, coordinate meets, recruit new athletes, supervise events, and ensure safety and sportsmanship across teams.

The position offers a seasonal stipend ($4,100–$4,900) and a chance to contribute to student growth, school spirit, and community ties. Start date is immediate for the 2026-2027 season.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching, sport participation, or teaching experience.
• CPR & AED Certification required.
• Possess or has the ability to acquire a valid Colorado Coaching Certificate.
• Successfully pass the CHSAA Coaches Test and CHSSA coaching registration.
• Understand signs of concussions and remove players as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and organize a high school track program.
• Coach, evaluate, provide feedback to, and support athletes.
• Recruit athletes through positive interactions with school communities.
• Supervise meets, practices, and team trips; manage equipment and uniforms.
• Maintain safety and communicate expectations with athletes and parents.

Skills

Coaching experience

CPR & AED certification

Excellent communication

Safety awareness

Education

Colorado Coaching Certificate

CHSAA Coaches Test

CHSSA coaching registration

Concussion course

Job description

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High School Head Track Coach (2026-2027)

Job Details

Job ID: 5943988

Application Deadline: Dec 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

High School Track Head Coach

The High School Head Track Coach is responsible for instructing student athletes in the fundamental physical training, skills, and strategy necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the student athlete shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of acceptable moral values and social behavior, pride of accomplishment, self-confidence, and self-discipline. This position maintains positive inter-personal relationships with students, parents, peers, and community members and provides the best possible opportunities for student development and growth, both educationally and personally.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to: Athletic Director and Assistant Athletic Director.

Direct Reports: Assistant Coaches and Volunteer Coaches.

Compensation:

This is a part-time, seasonal, stipend-paid position. Stipend range is $4,100 - $4,900 per season and is dependent upon experience and qualifications. The season runs in Spring 2026.

Essential Functions

• Ability to develop and organize a high school track program.
• Attend all Athletic Director meetings.
• Be present and engage in Pinnacle functions and organizations to build strong relationships with athletes, parents, families, peers, and the community.
• Build, form, and improve relationships with other athletes, coaches, teachers, and administrators with PCS and other districts/schools.
• Coach, evaluate, provide feedback to, and support high school athletes.
• Collaborate with community members on partnerships to support athletic programs.
• Communicate and foster positive relationships with athletes, parents, and families.
• Conduct athlete and parent meetings with clear, concise, and documented expectations.
• Cultivate and execute procedures for insuring open communication with athletes and parents.
• Develop and implement a sport specific emergency response plan.
• Develop and implement individual/team training plans by the day, week, month, and year as appropriate.
• Encourage and teach integrity, leadership, sportsmanship, and team-building.
• Establish direction and expectations for all athlete participants.
• Maintain professional behavior at all times.
• Monitor athlete academic status, attendance, and behavior.
• Recruit athletes through positive interactions while building the program.
• Responsible for acquisition, distribution, maintenance, and repair of equipment and uniforms.
• Responsible for supervision of meets, locker rooms, practices, team trips, etc.
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of track and a willingness to examine new procedures and theories.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

General Abilities, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Skills

• Previous coaching, sport participation, or teaching experience.
• Ability to use approved first-aid and CPR skills.
• Adhere to, be responsible for, enforce, implement, and understand athletic, school, district policies along with CHSAA By-Laws.
• CPR & AED Certification required.
• Possess or has the ability to acquire a valid Colorado Coaching Certificate.
• Successfully pass the CHSAA Coaches Test, acquire CHSSA coaching registration and complete a concussion course per State Legislation and CHSAA By-Laws.
• Understand the signs and symptoms of concussions and remove players that are exhibiting signs and symptoms of concussions.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate while appreciating the diverse background of students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Commitment to mission and vision of the school.
• Creative and flexible in time of change.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills (conflict management and resolution).
• Excellent organization skills.
• Experience with second language learners.
• Growth-oriented approach; always looking for ways to improve professionally.
• Professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor.

Working Conditions

Exposure/Noise Level: Occasional exposure to airborne particles, fumes, and outdoor weather conditions. Normal school environment with moderate to high noise level.

Mental Functions: Analyze, collaboration, communicate, compare, compilation of data, compute, coordinate, copy, direct, evaluate, instruct, interpersonal skills, present, report, synthesize.

Physical Activities: O?ce environment including computer interface. Bend, reach, sit, stand, stoop, talk, walk, and heavy person-to-person interaction with athletes, students, parents, families, peers, and community members.

Weight and Force Demands: Moderate to heavy physical activity (lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 75 pounds of items in varying shapes/sizes).

Other: May be required to work outside of normal working hours and travel for athletic related functions.

Why work for Pinnacle?

As a member of the Pinnacle PACK, you will have the opportunity to be influential every day and make an impact in the in the lives of our athletes, students, and our larger community! Our team and school community are diverse and we embrace that diversity as an encouraging, friendly, open, and supportive team and school. We invest in our team members by providing a balanced, growth-oriented, and supportive work environment, while helping you achieve your career goals within and beyond Pinnacle. Additionally, we offer the following:

• Opportunity to be a role model and make a positive impact for student athletes!
• Participation in the Colorado Public Schools Retirement System PERA!

About Pinnacle

Pinnacle Charter School has served the community for more than 20 years.Authorized by the Colorado Charter School Institute, the Pinnacle is a Title I K-12 school supporting more than 2,000 students in achieving excellence in all aspects of their lives. The K-8 building is located at 1001 West 84th Avenue, Federal Heights, CO.The high school is located at 8412 Huron Street, Thornton, CO. For more information visit https://www.pinnaclecharterschool.org/ .

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug free work environment. We participate in E-Verify as part of our onboarding process.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $4,100 to $4,900 Per Year

Contact Information

• Nic Troupe , Athletic Director
• The Pinnacle Charter School
• Email: [e-mail]