Athletics: Assistant Coach - High School SY

Athletics:
Assistant Coach - High School 25/26 SY

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Assistant Coach - High School 25/26 SY role at Seattle Public Schools
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Salary: $20.76 per hour (annualized $1,589.90 – $3,432.57)

Location:

Multiple Sites, WA

Job Type: Full‑Time

FTE: 0.0

Department:
Athletics Administration

Opening Date:
April 28, 2025

Closing Date:
April 28, 2026, 5:00 PM Pacific

Responsibilities include coaching the designated sport under the direction of the Head Coach, assisting the Varsity team, coaching the JV (2nd) and/or JVC (3rd) team, and providing guidance, instruction, and experience to enhance students' personal, physical and social growth and development. This position may be held in addition to a classroom teaching or other work assignment.

Building Principal/Athletic Administrator and Athletic Director. Receives direction from Head Coach.

Note:

This position is paid based on student participation numbers and is compensated by way of a seasonal stipend. Individuals hired after the start date may receive a prorated stipend based on the time worked.

• Prepares student‑athletes mentally and physically for athletic competition.
• Enhances student athlete's personal, physical and social growth and development in a culturally diverse environment.
• Plans and supervises scheduled workouts and games for the assigned team.
• Instructs participants in the skills and techniques of the position played in the sport.
• Keeps abreast of current sport knowledge and coaching techniques in the designated sport by attending clinics and reviewing related literature.
• Maintains current knowledge of WIAA and Metro rules, regulations and bylaws.
• Attends Varsity contests as requested and provides support for the Head Coach in decision making and management of assigned sports events.
• Assists the Head Coach in management of District‑owned equipment, maintenance of records, issuing athletic awards and other functions associated with promotion and management of the designated sport program.
• Attends meetings and clinics as required by the Athletic Department, including attending the League pre‑season coaches meeting and annual WIAA sponsored rule clinics.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Knowledge of:

• Basic rules, strategies, coaching techniques and skills of the designated sport
• Effective behavior management techniques, team dynamics and group learning

Skills in:

• Coaching and motivating athletes
• Effective communication, organizing activities and giving instructions

Abilities in:

• Relate to students, staff, administration and the public in a multi‑ethnic environment
• Be fair and consistent when working with students
• Maintain accurate records and supervise fundraising activities

• Requires stamina and endurance; requires physical exertion associated with demonstrating techniques; requires travel between sites.

Education
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Must be a high school graduate or have completed a GED program.

Years of Experience
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Minimum one year of coaching and/or participation in the designated sport; successful completion of WIAA Coaches Requirements; must be at least 19 years of age.

Certificates & Licenses
:
Valid State of Washington Driver's License. Preferred:
Valid Washington State Teacher's Certificate.

Continuing Education/Training
:
Valid hands‑on First Aid and CPR Certification; SPS Adult Sexual Misconduct Class.

Clearances
:
Criminal Justice Fingerprint and Background Clearance. This position is not eligible for benefits.

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Seattle Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability status.

Please review the application instructions carefully and submit all required documents to complete your application.