MS Head Track Coach
Job Description
Position open until filled.
SUMMARY: Teaches sport activity to individual or groups by performing the following duties under direction of head track coach, athletic director and building principal.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate and lead program from grades 6-8, and works collaboratively as a 6-12 program when requested or as needed.
Organize and supervise all phases of the team assigned, as well as student-athletes with the expressed intent of meeting the stated objectives of the athletic program.
Understand and implement the Code of Conduct as outlined in the school handbook.
Conduct themselves and their teams in a professional manner. Lead by example.
Communicates positively with players, coaches, staff, administration and parents.
Understanding of Middle School philosophy regarding participation and growth.
Read and follow all WIAA and Middle School League regulations pertaining to the sport. Make athletes aware of rules pertaining to their eligibility. Be responsible that each athlete has a physical exam by a physician as required by state law and that the physical, eligibility, and emergency forms are all turned in BEFORE the athlete turns out for practice.
Be responsible for the care of equipment and facilities.
Explain and demonstrate principles, techniques, and methods of regulating movement of body, hands, or feet to achieve proficiency in the sport coached.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference for candidates with previous track coaching experience
Preference given to candidates with experience in building successful youth track programs.
Must favorably pass the Washington State Patrol/FBI background check.
Demonstrate mature behavior and ability to use sound judgment in communicating with students, parents, staff, coaches, and community.
Must have a valid first aid card or has a district approved sports medicine certificate.
Must have or be willing to acquire training in the recognition and maintenance of concussions.
Is knowledgeable of rules set down by the WIAA, Freeman Middle School, and Freeman School
CERTIFICATES & LICENSES:
CPR/First Aid Certificate
CLEARANCES & TRAINING:
Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This is a contract during the 2026-2027 Middle School track season. Salary is based upon placement on the coaching salary schedule (Category VI - $2,616.00-$3,745.00).
