Track and Field Head Coach

Young World Physical Education; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Head Coach for Track and Field at Shaw High School in Cleveland, Ohio. The head coach will oversee the entire program, ensuring adherence to school policies and providing guidance to student-athletes.

The role requires understanding of the sport, leadership skills, and a valid Ohio Pupil Activity Permit. Full-time position with responsibilities that include supervision, equipment management, and annual program evaluations.

Qualifications

• Experience as a teacher or classified staff with adequate preparation.
• Possess a valid Ohio Pupil Activity Permit.
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of O.H.S.A.A.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the overall Track and Field program.
• Assign duties to assistant coaches.
• Maintain equipment for the sport.
• Report to the athletic director as needed.
• Evaluate the program annually with recommendations.

Skills

Teaching or classified employment experience

Knowledge of sport aspects

Leadership and supervision skills

Sportsmanship promotion

Education

State of Ohio Department of Education Pupil Activity Permit

Job description

Track and Field Head Coach

East Cleveland City Schools Shaw High School - Cleveland, Ohio

Job Details

Job ID: 5800783

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 24, 2026 7:05 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Shaw Track and Field Head Coach

Report To: Principal and Athletic Administrator

General Statement of Responsibility:

The head coach for each sport has the responsibility of carrying on the sport in the best interest of the school district by adhering to Policies and Regulations of the East Cleveland School Board, as well as the practices and procedures of the School Administration. Further, each head coach should have a working knowledge of individual building practices, the Lake Erie League rules, and O.H.S.A.A. rules and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Professional preparation: Employment as a teacher or classified with preparation either through experience or college preparation.
• Background experience: Possess a State of Ohio Department of Education Pupil Activity Permit; Possess working knowledge of all aspects of the sport.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Has full responsibility for the overall supervision of the program.
• Is in charge of assigning all duties of assistant coaches working under his/her supervision.
• Is responsible for keeping practice periods for the sport within the confines of the time specified by the athletic director and with due consideration to the coaching staff and welfare of participants.
• Is responsible for the general upkeep and protection of equipment under the jurisdiction of the program.
• Reports periodically while the sport is in season to the athletic director with regard to developments in the program.
• Is directly responsible for the complete inventory of the equipment used for the sport; to be made at the end of the season.
• Writes at the end of the season an annual report evaluating the program with recommendation for improvements.
• Is responsible for keeping records as requested by the athletic director.
• Is responsible for recommending purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as need demands.
• Performs other duties as related to his/her assignments as designated by the building principal and/or the athletic director.

Personal Responsibilities:

• Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
• Enforces disciplined and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and establishes and oversees penalties for breach of such standards by individual students.
• Understands that he/she is continually on display and must exercise good judgment in protecting positive coaching behavior.
• Encourage good sportsmanship and desirable pupil/teacher relationships.

Terms of Employment: Salary: 2026-2027 School Year Per the ECEA Supplemental Salary Schedule

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information

• Noreen DO_NOT_SELECT_Lehmann
• 1843 Stanwood Rd
• E Cleveland, Ohio 44112
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]