Middle School Track & Field Assistant Coach (SY 26/27)

Young World Physical Education; Arizona; On-site; USD 1,000 - 2,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Arizona is seeking a Middle School Track & Field Assistant Coach for the academic year 26/27, starting March 15, 2026. This part-time position requires assisting in the overall direction and safety of the program while working closely with students and staff to promote academic progress.

The ideal candidate should possess a current AZ teacher certificate and CPR/first aid certification. Responsibilities include direct supervision of student athletes and implementing the program philosophy under the guidance of the head coach.

Join us in encouraging student athletes to achieve their highest potential in both sports and academics.

Qualifications

• Current AZ teacher certificate is preferred.
• Must hold a current CPR/first aid certification.
• Demonstrated organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing the welfare and safety of all student athletes.
• Model respectful behavior and promote guidelines.
• Direct supervision of student athletes in associated areas.

Skills

Organizational skills

Cooperative teamwork

Effective communication

Education

Current AZ teacher certificate

CPR/first aid certification

Job description

Middle School Track & Field Assistant Coach (SY 26/27)

Starting Date: Mar 15, 2026

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $1,000 to $1,000 Per Year

Job Description

General Statement of Responsibilities:

Responsible for assisting in overall strength and positive direction of program; assists in providing for the welfare and safety of all student athletes; work with student athletes, teachers, and counselors to ensure academic progress of the participants; and be an integral part of the school system and the educational program encouraging academic achievement.

Principal Duties

• Implement program philosophy and strategies consistent with guidelines established by Head Coach.
• Assist head coach in promoting program within the District, community and media.
• Assist head coach in providing written rules/expectations to student athletes and their parents and enforce these fairly among all participants.
• Be knowledgeable of and enforce school, District, AIA and/or league rules, regulations, procedures and policies.
• Direct supervision of student athletes in practice areas, locker rooms, buses and at all times on away trips.
• Assist in planning and monitoring organized practices that will include proper conditioning, warm-ups and instructions of fundamentals.
• Develop athletes to the highest degree of skill and integrity possible.
• Model respectful behavior and promote the guidelines of Pursuing Victory with Honor.
• Follow the approved Athletic Handbook policies and procedures.
• Follow all Governing Board policies, in particular as it relates to staff conduct with students and fundraising activities.
• Work as a team player with other coaches and the All‑Sports Booster Club.
• Assist head coach with inventory of equipment and uniforms.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

PREFERRED EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Current AZ teacher certificate, preferred.
• Must hold current CPR/first aid certification.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, student athletes, officials and media to promote a positive image of District activity.
• Demonstrated ability to relate effectively with staff, students and parents.
• Such alternatives as the Governing Board may find appropriate, acceptable and reasonable.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to demonstrate/model appropriate techniques for sport.

Location

Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District, Calabasas School, Rio Rico, Arizona