Jr Head Football Coach - Fall

Position: Jr High Head Football Coach - Fall 2026
Location: Mattawa

WAHLUKE SCHOOL DISTRICT #73

Jr. High School Head Football Coaching Position

FALL 2026

POSITION:
Jr. High School Head Football Coach

Go WARRIORS!

Application Procedure:
Electronic Application Required

Current coaches and internal employees: submit a letter of interest/cover letter through the electronic application process and update documents on file as needed.

All other candidates please submit the Coaching Application form via the electronic process. Information needed to complete the process include:

* Letter of Interest addressed to High School Athletic Director

* Coaching Resume/Experience

* Coaching Philosophy

* Completed Application, including references

Teaching Positions may be available and are posted separately on this electronic system. If applying for a teaching position or are interested in a teaching position, please indicate within your coaching application materials.

Closing Date:
Open until filled.

Qualifications:

* Demonstrated ability, dedication and experience as an outstanding coach and teacher preferred (if a teacher position available).

* Teaching experience preferred, not required.

* Demonstrated ability to serve as a positive role model.

* Proven success in leadership and working in groups.

* In-building staff members may receive preference in the screening and hiring process.

* Demonstrated capacity for collaboration, cooperation and coordination with colleagues and parents.

* For Head Coaches:
Coaching and/or college playing experience in specified sport desired for Jr. High School positions.

* Valid First Aid and CPR card.

* FBI/State Patrol Fingerprint background check.

* The salary for this position will be determined by placement on the coaching salary schedule.

* Valid Washington Driver's License, Proof of Insurance;
May be required to drive students therefore, would need to be able to clear Type II driving requirements.

General Head Coaching Responsibilities:

* Provide leadership, supervision and organization of the particular sporting program.

* Organize and implement a program that provides for the development of student knowledge, skills, and attitudes.

* Promote the philosophies, values and beliefs of the program.

* Develop high-level performance benchmarks for all players and coaches.

* Emphasize detailed teaching of fundamental football skills.

* Develop daily practice plans and organize the assistant coaching staff in a manner that delegates meaningful program responsibilities.

* Value and develop leadership skills in all participants.

* Administer and support the athletic department, school, league, district, state and WIAA policies and responsibilities.

* Evaluate the level of quality in all aspects of the program.

* Maintain program equipment and facilities.

Responsible for the administration of the complete program

WAHLUKE SCHOOL DISTRICT

COACHES/ADVISORS EXPECTATIONS

1. Coaches/advisors are accountable to the highest standard of honesty and integrity. All practices/preparations for activities should be consistent with the rules of the game and the educational purpose of Wahluke School District. Coaches/advisors will stress balance between academics and activities recognizing that activities are subordinate to academics. Coaches/advisors will be responsible to ensure that all W.I.A.A. rules and regulations are complied with.

2. Coaches/advisors have the primary concern for the health, safety, and personal welfare of each athlete/participant. The athlete's/participant's education is also held foremost.

3. Coaches/advisors will treat all persons with dignity and respect, providing a model of fair play and good sportsmanship.

4. Coaches/advisors are responsible for assisting participants in acquiring the necessary fundamental skills, rules and knowledge of their activity as well as promoting desirable personal and social traits.

5. Coaches/advisors will observe the letter and the intent of the rules of their activity and insist that participants and teams under their direction do the same.

6. Coaches/advisors shall not use profanity or abusive language.

7. Coaches/advisors will perform their duties on the basis of careful preparation, ensuring that their instruction is current and accurate. They shall use practices for which they are qualified and continually acquire new knowledge and skills.

8. Head coaches/advisors will be responsible for the full program beginning with the initial meeting at the start of the season. They will provide opportunities for parent involvement and will promote the activity through summer camps/activities and involvement through scheduling.

9. Coaches/advisors will communicate effectively with athletes, participants, parents, community and administration, including pre-season parent meetings.

10. Coaches/advisors will use positive reinforcement, while emphasizing that a commitment to hard work is critical to activity achievement.

11. Coaches/advisors will recognize contributions of all players/participants whether starters or back-ups and emphasize that all team members are important…