Middle School Track & Field Head Coach

Young World Physical Education; Eads (CO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Middle School Track & Field Head Coach in Eads, Colorado. The head coach will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the athletic team, developing practice plans, and fostering a positive team culture.

Applicants should have previous coaching experience and possess strong communication, time management, and organizational skills. This part-time position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on student-athletes' lives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the athletic team.
• Develop practice plans and mentor student-athletes.
• Supervise and evaluate assistant coaches.
• Ensure the program complies with all district and state policies.
• Attend all practices and games unless ill.
• Communicate regularly with student-athletes and families.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Excellent time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal relations skills

Ability to work in a team

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Flexibility with schedule changes

Education

Previous coaching experience in the specific sport or related field

Tools

Microsoft applications

Google applications

Job description

Middle School Track & Field Head Coach

Elbert County School District C-2 Kiowa Middle School - Kiowa, Colorado Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5731285
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 21, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Middle School Head Track Coach

FLSA Status: non-exempt

Reports to: Athletic Director

Pay Range: Refer to salary schedule

Prepared/Revised Date: May 18, 2026

Work Year: Pre-season, In-season, off-season

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The head coach is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the athletic team, including developing practice plans, strategizing for games, mentoring student-athletes, and promoting a positive team culture. The head coach ensures that the program aligns with the school’s values and goals, fostering both athletic excellence and personal growth among student-athletes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand and comply with all applicable district, state and federal guidelines, policies and laws.
• Develop team and individual player goals and maintain high expectations for both, including but not limited to: attend school, passing grades, attend practice and contests, exhibit good sporting behavior and citizenship. The program is an extension of the classroom.
• Supervise, direct and evaluate assistant coaches. The head coach is the coach for the entire program and has ultimate responsibility.
• Follow and enforce all regulations, policies, philosophies, and administrative directives as set by the Elbert County School District C-2.
• Complete and follow seasonal (preseason, season, summer) and daily practice schedules. Schedules will be available to the Athletic Director (AD) for each of the above-mentioned seasons.
• Plans in advance and prepares for each contest in an effort to put the team in the best possible position to be successful.
• Attend all practices and games, unless ill or with advanced notification and approval from the AD.
• Complete any district reports on conduct or injuries that occur under his/her supervision.
• Works with the Elbert County School District C-2’s nurse to ensure the wellbeing and safety of each student-athlete.
• Equipment - Monitors safety of all equipment on a daily basis. Submits a list to the AD of supplies, equipment, and uniforms requests for the following season.
• Equipment - Cares for, inventories, and prepares all equipment, supplies, and uniforms for storage at the end of the season. Collects all equipment, supplies, and uniforms checked out to team members. Completes an itemized list and numbered inventory of equipment that needs replaced and what will carry over to next season.
• Help manage district athletic facilities including cleanliness of locker rooms, wrestling room, track and gym after each practice and game, and maintenance to ensure the well-being of student-athletes, students, families and staff.
• Collect money for clothing, equipment, or accessories sold to team members.
• Collect money for lost or damaged school property.
• Continue to grow as a coach; attends and participates in coaching clinics, takes coaching related courses, etc.
• Seeks to attain and maintain good public relations with student-athletes, students, parents, staff and fellow coaches.
• Active in fundraising to support the efforts of the team and athletic department.
• Uses SportsYou, designated by Elbert County School District C-2, to regularly communicate with student-athletes and families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Check Elbert County School District C-2 issued email on a regular basis and respond in a timely manner.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Previous coaching experience in the specific sport or related field

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal relations skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to interact and work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment
• Ability to be flexible with schedule changes
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and records in compliance with confidentiality laws including Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must pass a school driver certification test
• Must pass various pre-employment background screenings; required at entry
• Must have current CPR and First Aid certification or obtain within 90 days of hire or before the first practice.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment
• Microsoft and or Google applications

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP AND DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

• Reports to: Athletic Director
• Direct Reports: Assistant Coaches

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tiffany Roberts , Business Manager
• Kiowa Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]