Junior High Track Assistant Coach and Field Coach

Mabton High School Assistant Track & Field Coach

Primary Function: 
A High School Assistant Track & Field Coach has the responsibility to help students develop skills and knowledge
with the districts athletic handbook and goals that will contribute to the students’ development as mature, able and
responsible adults. Assistant Track & Field Coaches are responsible for maintaining a safe environment on and off
campus. They are responsible for maintaining record of students and equipment. To assist the Head Coach in all
duties that apply while teaching the sport of Track & Field.
Directly Responsible To: Athletic Director; Vice Principal; Principal
Description of Responsibilities:   
1. Serve as a positive role model to the players and parents
2. Teach Track & Field techniques, playing rules, strategies and playing tactics
3. Condition athletes appropriately for activities requiring endurance, strength and agility
4. Preside over team activities including all scheduled team practices and games
5. Teach sportsmanship, cooperation, work ethic and responsibility to one’s team
6. Monitor players' personal conduct during games
7. Manage equipment and playing facilities in a responsible manner
8. Performs related duties as required
9. Hold a valid first aid/CPR/AED card to comply with Mabton School District policy and procedures.
10. Demonstrated working knowledge of the above-mentioned sport
11. Demonstrated interest in and ability to work well with multicultural High School students,
staff and community
12. Promote the sport, within WIAA guidelines and complete all required WIAA Coaches Clinics.
13. Inventory, selection, care, maintenance of equipment and play surfaces
14. Perform such other related duties as may be assigned by the athletic director, vice principal or principal.
15. Cultural Competency; ability to effectively work with diverse populations
Other Functions:
1. Follow oral and written instructions
2. Work cooperatively with other
3. Be neat, orderly and honest
4. Work weekdays, practice after school
5. Interpret policies and procedures
6. Travel with teams for matches during the week
7. Work with people of all ages
8. On a continuous basis, work indoors; intermittently travel to various off-site locations; may be exposed to dust,
noise, hard surfaces, and may be exposed to varying temperature conditions while performing work
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Ability to work well with children of various ages; basic knowledge of Track & Field
2. Willingness to learn and follow District rules and guidelines regarding youth sports
3. Prior coaching experience is helpful, but not required
4. Education/experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required
knowledge and skills is qualifying
5. Previous experience in coaching children in some type of sport
6. Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for
successful coaching performance
Minimum Qualifications: 
1. Completion of high school diploma or GED
2. Must be 18 years of age or older
3. Complete Washington State Patrol Criminal History background check
90 days at ____ hours per day Starting Wage: _____ Experienced Wage: ________

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
MENTAL DEMANDS
Required to deal with a wide range of student, staff and public behaviors and needs in a positive and service-oriented
manner. May occasionally deal with distraught or difficult students or parents.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Amount of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and twisting will vary depending on the age of students and classroom
assignments. Physical capabilities also require lifting and carrying (no more than 50 lbs.) pushing and/or pulling,
stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, and significant finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires
approximately 35% sitting, 35% walking, and 30% standing. Maintaining good hygiene is essential.
CONDITIONS:
The preceding list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplanted as necessary.
District employees, other than personnel in the District's Employment Services Department are not authorized to make
promises of employment, promises of employment for a particular period of time, or promises of a particular level of
compensation or benefits to job applicants for certified or classified positions. Any verbal or written statements to that
effect by District employees other than Employment services personnel are null and void.
Mabton School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion,
color, national origin, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use
of trained guide dog or service animal. Mabton School District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts,
and other designated youth groups. Questions and complaints of alleged discrimination should be addressed to the
following designated employee: Title IX, Sec. 504 Coordinator, and Civil Rights Compliance Officer - Teresa
Davison; 306 North Main Street, PO BOX 37, Mabton, WA 98935.