High School Coach: Defensive Coordinator​/Teacher

Position: 2026-2027 High School Coach: Defensive Coordinator / Teacher
Job Title:

High School Defensive Coordinator with an additional sport / Teacher

Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt

Reports to:

Principal

Pay Grade:
Teacher Pay Scale + $10,000 stipend

Dept./School:
South San High School

Primary

Purpose:

Instruct and coach students to develop skills and abilities to excel in athletics. Provide each student with the opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity and ensure compliance with all federal, state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and local requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

* Bachelor's degree

* Valid Texas teaching certificate in subject area assigned

* Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate

* Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures

Knowledge of federal, state, and UIL policies governing athletics

Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes

Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical (include if bus driving duties are required)

Ability to implement policy and procedures

Ability to interpret data

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Excellent public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, parents, and staff

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years coaching experience varsity level

Prior Defensive Coordinator Experince preferred

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Planning and Instruction

* Establish performance criteria for competition and manage athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. Model performance criteria and perform physical movements required for successful student performance of sport.

* Maintain an active program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development including the time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of department goals.

* Establish and maintain physical and academic eligibility requirements for participation in sport, and verify each athlete's eligibility.

* Use a variety of instructional and coaching techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport of football.

* Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.

* Work with other members of school staff to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletics.

* Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to gauge athletic program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.

Athletic Events

* Manage district athletic operations including directing ticket sales, employing game officials, and ensuring preparation of facilities.

* Prepare and approve all interscholastic game schedules.

* Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town athletic events. (Drive bus to transport students to out-of-district competition (optional))

Student Management

* Implement district student management policies, communicate expected student behavior related to athletics, and ensure enforcement of student discipline in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

* Accompany and supervise student athletes during football games both at-home and on out-of-town trips.

* Instruct and advise students on National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.

Communication

* Establish and maintain open lines of communication on vital issues with parents, students, and teachers.

Administration, Budget and Inventory

* Implement the policies established by federal law, state law, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and local board policy in area of athletics.

* Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

* Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

* Develop…