Springfield Public Schools is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, including candidates who may come from less traditional professional backgrounds. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job posting. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications outlined in the job posting.  If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

Posting Opens: Friday, June 2, 2023

Posting Closes: Open Until Positions are Filled 

About the District

Springfield Public Schools is located in Springfield, Oregon, in the heart of the Willamette Valley, and serves 185 square miles of the city of Springfield and East/Central Lane County. We are directly to the East of Eugene, where the University of Oregon is located. We currently have approximately 10,000 students, over 1,400 staff members and over 600 teachers in our kindergarten through grade 12 school district. Springfield Public Schools believes student success is our most important outcome. The success of our students depends on the collective community coming together to support “Every Student, Every Day” throughout their K-12 education.

About the Position

Springfield Public Schools seeks outstanding applicants for multiple positions of Fall Assistant Coach at Thurston High School. Individuals in these positions are responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the OSAA, adherence to all department policies and procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of Thurston High School, Springfield School District and the OSAA. Thurston High School is committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse student and staff population, so we seek candidates with demonstrated potential to contribute positively to our diverse community. Coaches are expected to conduct him or herself in a loyal, honest, responsible, ethical and professional manner at all times. 

We are seeking applicants for the positions of assistant coach for the following Fall sports at Thurston High School:

• Cross Country
• Football
• Boys Soccer
• Girls Soccer
• Volleyball

Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications: 

• Coaching/advising experience at the high school level in the sport/activity for which you are applying;
• Knowledge of and experience in the sport/activity for which you are applying;
• Ability and experience working with high school students;
• Ability and experience working with parents, fellow coaches and school district staff;
• Effective and positive communication skills;
• Ability to work within school district guidelines and budget;
• Valid First Aid card;
• Availability for daily practices and matches, or activities;
• Fundraising knowledge and/or capabilities;
• Understanding of OSAA rules and regulations;
• Good organizational skills;
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check;
• Ability and commitment to practice cultural competency and demonstrate respect for diversity.

Salary:

Stipend will be based on the type of sport/activity and previous paid assistant coaching/activity leading experience in the sport/activity for which you are applying.

Other Notes

This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job posting is not a contract of employment or a promise of guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

HOW TO APPLY

All postings/applications go through TalentEd Hire. Go to www.springfield.k12.or.us and click on the “Join Our Team” link. Locate the "Coach/Activity" Postings button and click on the link, which takes you to TalentEd Hire. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender or sexual orientation in admission or access to the treatment of employment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law. If you have any complaints, please contact Human Resources at (541) 726-3203.

On August 19th, 2021, Gov. Kate Brown announced that all Oregon K-12 educators, staff, coaches and volunteers will be required to be fully vaccinated by October 18th, 2021. Exceptions to this requirement are limited to Medical or Religious exemptions. All persons newly hired for employment by Springfield Public Schools must provide proof of full vaccination prior to starting work. Vaccine requirements in K-12 settings will be lifted on June 17, 2023. Any individual who is hired prior to June 17th will still be required to show proof of full vaccination or request a Medical or Religious exception.