Portage | Track | 1.0 Assistant Coach

Fort Wayne Community Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community School District is seeking a Middle School Athletic Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves instructing and supervising all athletic practices and games, and upholding high standards for student-athletes.

Candidates should be able to work with diverse student populations, collaborate with head coaches and assistants, and obtain SPB/Minibus certification before the season.

Qualifications

• Instruct and supervise athletic practices and games.
• Commit to building positive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
• Obtain SPB/Minibus certification before the season.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and supervise all athletic practices and games.
• Maintain high academic and athletic expectations for students.
• Collaborate with head coaches and assistants to organize activities.

Skills

Coaching

Team leadership

Multicultural communication

Collaboration with coaches

Education

Driver's License

Tools

SPB/Minibus certification

Driver's License

Job description

This is for the 2026-2027 School Year

Pay for this position may be prorated based upon approved hire date

Essential Functions

• Candidate must comply with IHSAA MSAC rules/ regulations and all FWCS policies including FWCS code of ethics.
• Prefer candidate with high school coaching experience.
• Must be willing and able to work effectively with students from multicultural backgrounds.
• Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to developing positive working relations with students parents teachers and administrators.
• Candidate will be responsible to instruct and supervise all athletic practices and games.
• Candidate must have the ability to maintain high expectations for students both academically and athletically.
• Candidate must have the ability to utilize organize and work with other head coaches and assistants.
• Candidate must have or be willing to get SPB/ Minibus certification before season.

Qualifications

Prefer candidate who will be teaching at Portage Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year. If applicant is a current FWCS teacher the teacher must fulfill their daily contracted hours before coaching. If not an FWCS teacher candidate must be available at 3:30 Monday through Friday afternoons.

Valid Driver's License required.

Physical Requirements

• Communication Skills:Ability to speak clearly and hear effectively in various environments.
• Manual Dexterity:Adeptness in the use of hands and fingers.
• Postural Endurance:Sit or stand for prolonged periods as the job requires.
• Flexibility:Ability to bend at the waist kneel or crouch to perform specific duties.
• Visual Acuity:Close vision ability with the capacity to adjust focus.
• Mobility:Freedom to sit or walk at will throughout the work environment.
• Strength and Stamina:Capability to lift carry push or pull up to fifty (50) pounds or more.
• Outdoor Work:Tolerance of work outside in various weather conditions.

FWCS will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.