Track & Field Head Coach — Lead Varsity Team

Centinela Valley Union High School District; Lawndale (CA); On-site; USD 5,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

Centinela Valley Union High School District is seeking a Head Coach for Track and Field at Leuzinger HS for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves coaching a varsity program, recruiting within the school, scheduling opponents with the Athletic Director, training, and ensuring CIF compliance.

The ideal candidate will have prior varsity coaching experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to lead a program that adheres to CIF regulations and district policies.

Qualifications

• Two years of varsity high school coaching experience OR two years as NCAA/Professional player in the sport.
• Ability to explain, demonstrate, and analyze fundamental skills and strategies.
• Ability to meet CIF coaching requirements and certifications.
• Ability to communicate with and maintain effective relationships with all stakeholders.
• Knowledge of CIF Rules and Regulations pertaining to the sport.
• Ability to manage online applications for overseeing athletic teams (Google Sheets/Drive, Home Campus, MaxPreps).

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions, to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship.
• Prepare field/courts on Game Day and manage logistics for all lower level competitions.
• Check and respond to Centinela Outlook email on a regular basis.
• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student-athletes.
• Coordinate the development and promotion of the specific Program.
• Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
• Ensure all coaches work together toward a common goal within the program and provide unity within all levels of the program.
• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
• Develop a regular practice schedule and organize practice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Hold a preseason meeting with all student-athletes and parents before the first official game.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

CIF Rules

Organizational skills

Stakeholder relations

Tools

Google Sheets/Drive

Home Campus

MaxPreps

Job description

Centinela Valley Union High School District is seeking a Head Coach for Track and Field at Leuzinger HS for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves coaching a varsity program, recruiting within the school, scheduling opponents with the Athletic Director, training, and ensuring CIF compliance.

The ideal candidate will have prior varsity coaching experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to lead a program that adheres to CIF regulations and district policies.