NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Elma School District is accepting applications for the following coaching position:

2025-2026
Elma Middle School
Track Assistant Coach

Posted: 04-03-2026 to 04-8-2026

Position will remain open until filled

Salary Stipend Range:

$2,348.76 - $2,555.96

Benefits Include:

I-1433 Sick Leave, the employee will accrue at least one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every forty (40) hours worked
Washington Paid Family Medical Leave

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED is required
Current First Aid and CPR endorsement or be enrolled in the course
Must have a WSP/FBI fingerprint background clearance check (fee paid by employee)
Meet the WIAA coaching standard criteria
Clear communication skills
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with students, staff, parents and community
Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the sport skill, strategy and rules
Prior coaching experience or playing experience in the sport is given preference
Regular attendance is an essential function of this position

Desired Qualifications:

Previous coaching experience in track or a related sport
Strong knowledge of track training techniques and strategies
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with student-athletes, parents, and school administrators
Ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve their best
Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures for athletic activities
Availability to work during the track season, including evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities:

Be accountable for total School District Program MEN’S/WOMEN’S TRACK.
Keep up to date on National Federation of the WIAA (Coaches handbook).
Be an active member of Elma High School Coaches Association.
Maintain an open line of communication with Parents and Community.
Inventory all in-coming equipment. Maintain accurate records of equipment.
Organize and schedule practice sessions on regular basis to grow athletes’ greatest potential.
Emphasize safety precautions: Be aware of proper conditioning, training and injury procedures.
Apply discipline in a firm and positive manner as outlined in the Athletic Handbook.
Establish fair and consistent means of selecting and evaluating players. If you cut player, have an objective means of measurement that can be explained to parents and players.
Prepare a record keeping system to file all practice plans and injury reports. Share with AD after the season.
Meet with Booster Club president and help with End-of the-Year banquet.
Be a positive, motivating and enthusiastic member of our coaching staff.

Application Process:
Apply at www.edjobsnw.org. Required attachments: Cover Letter, Resume, Three (3) Certificated Letters of Recommendation, Washington State Teaching Certificates with required endorsements, and College Transcripts.

Current employees of the Elma School District may submit a letter of interest and must have an updated resume with an Elma School District #68 Job Application on file with Human Resources Officer, Tami Buckell, at hr@eagles.edu.

The Elma School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Students, families and other stakeholders are notified the district does not discriminate based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal in any programs or activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Designated to handle inquiries about nondiscrimination policies are:
504 Section Coordinator, Kathleen Gallagher, kgallagher@eagles.edu
Title IX Officer, Dr Christopher R. Nesmith cnesmith@eagles.edu

El Distrito Escolar de Elma es un Empleador con Igualdad de Oportunidades. Se les notifica a los estudiantes, familias y otras partes interesadas que el distrito no discrimina por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, edad, origen nacional, orientación sexual, expresión o identidad de género, estado de veterano o militar, discapacidad, o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o animal de servicio en ninguno de sus programas o actividades, y ofrece igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados.

Las personas designadas para atender consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación son:
Coordinadora de la Sección 504: Kathleen Gallagher,kgallagher@eagles.edu
Oficial de Title IX: Dr. Christopher R. Nesmith,cnesmith@eagles.edu

Elma Middle School Track Assistant Coach