Head Girls Track Coach Stipend

High School Teacher / Head Girls Track Coach

High School Teacher and Head Girls Track Coach at Palmview High School. The ideal candidate will be passionate about student development, classroom instruction, athletic competition, and building a track program rooted in discipline, accountability, character, and excellence.

La Joya Independent School District is committed to excellence for students, staff, and the community. With a strong legacy in the Rio Grande Valley, La Joya ISD is focused on providing high-quality academic, athletic, and extracurricular opportunities for all students.

The district's vision, Educational Excellence:
The Right of Every Student, reflects our commitment to ensuring every student has access to a high-quality education and opportunities that support student success.

Our work is rooted in the district's core priorities:

• Customer Service
• Trust & Transparency
• High-Quality Instruction
• Excellence in Leadership
• Integrity & Accountability

La Joya ISD serves more than 22,000 students across more than 30 schools and is committed to building systems that support academic achievement, athletic excellence, student leadership, and community pride.

You will be joining a district that is building on a strong tradition of achievement while continuing to improve systems, expectations, and opportunities for students. La Joya ISD is committed to developing student-athletes who demonstrate excellence in the classroom, in competition, and in the community.

The district values strong leadership, student-centered decision-making, athletic program development, and a unified approach to building pride across all campuses.

Palmview High School is a proud learning community with a strong tradition of academic achievement, athletic pride, and community support. As the home of the Lobos, Palmview High School provides an outstanding opportunity for a Head Girls Track Coach to lead, grow, and strengthen a competitive program.

The girls track program has the opportunity to build on a strong feeder system, develop student-athletes across multiple events, and promote excellence through discipline, preparation, and a commitment to year-round development. The campus leadership team and athletic department are focused on supporting student achievement, athletic success, and a positive culture of high expectations.

Education / Certification:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate.
• Valid CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.
• Completion of all required UIL coaching certifications and compliance trainings.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of coaching experience at the secondary level preferred.
• Experience as a head coach or lead assistant preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in developing student-athletes in track and field.
• Experience organizing practices, meets, offseason training, and program development preferred.

Special Knowledge and

Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of TEKS and the ability to implement rigorous, standards-aligned instruction consistent with the La Joya ISD Instructional Framework.
• Strong knowledge of UIL rules, athletic compliance, eligibility requirements, and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of track and field event development, including sprints, relays, distance, hurdles, jumps, and throws.
• Ability to develop practice plans, training cycles, conditioning programs, and competitive meet strategies.
• Effective classroom and team management skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with campus administration, athletic coordinators, assistant coaches, parents, and community members.
• Ability to promote student participation and develop a positive, competitive athletic culture.

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in the assigned content area in alignment with the La Joya ISD Instructional Framework.
• Implement the district curriculum with fidelity to ensure rigorous, student-centered learning experiences.
• Develop and execute comprehensive lesson plans aligned to TEKS, district curriculum guides, and campus instructional priorities.
• Establish clear learning objectives and communicate high academic expectations for all students.
• Use formative and summative assessment data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Provide timely, specific, and actionable feedback to promote student growth and accountability.
• Maintain an organized and structured classroom environment that maximizes instructional time.
• Implement proactive classroom management strategies that promote respect, engagement, and positive student behavior.
• Integrate technology and district-adopted instructional resources to support student achievement.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Professional Learning Communities to analyze data and improve instructional practices.
• Communicate consistently with parents and guardians regarding…