FLAGSTAFF UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1

Girls Basketball Coach
2026-2027 School Year

Position Title: Girls Basketball Coach
Department/Section: Mount Elden Middle School
Supervisor: Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
Salary: Special Service Contract (Stipend $1,000 per-team)

The girls' basketball coach is responsible for leading, organizing, and developing a positive and competitive middle school athletic program. This role focuses on teaching fundamental skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and character while creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for student-athletes. Coaches work closely with the athletic director, the after school activities coordinator, school administration, staff, students, and families to support the overall mission of the school.

Job Summary:

Plan, organize, and lead all practices and team activities
Collaborate with other coaches
Teach sport-specific fundamentals, rules, and strategies appropriate for middle school athletes
Promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and respect at all times
Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes growth, effort, and learning
Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and team events
Communicate effectively with athletes, parents/guardians, school staff, and administration
Ensure compliance with school, league, and district policies and procedures
Maintain attendance, equipment inventories, uniforms, and basic records as required
Model professionalism and serve as a positive role model for students
Prioritize student safety, including proper warm-ups, conditioning, and injury protocols

Qualifications:

Experience coaching or participating in the sport at the youth, middle school, or higher level
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work positively with middle school-aged students
Knowledge of age-appropriate training techniques and skill development
Ability to manage team dynamics and support student growth both on and off the court
Required background checks and district/school clearances
Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required
CPR/First Aid certification preferred but not required
Teaching or coaching experience preferred but not required

Working Conditions:

Practices and games occur after school hours and may include evenings and occasional weekends
- Practices are Monday through Thursday from 3:30 - 5:00 pm
- Games are one day/week
- - Due to our limited court space & time allocated for practices/games, depending on how many student-athletes join, teams may only practice one time per week, with one game per week, equalling two days per week for the overall commitment. It's also possible you'll practice two days per week, with one game per week, equalling three days per week for the overall commitment.
- No practices or games on Fridays
Work is performed indoors
Physical activity is required, including standing, walking, running, and demonstrating skills
Seasonal position aligned with the athletic calendar

High school diploma or equivalent certification required. All employees are subject to a criminal background check. The Flagstaff Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, gender expression, sexual orientation, military status, age, national origin, or disability.

Girls Basketball Coach (2026-2027)