2026-2027 SY - Athletic Coach - 8th Grade Girls Basketball

Work Location: Tohatchi Middle School
Contract Length: Winter Sport

Pay

$4,000.00

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalency
• Athletic Coaching License (7-12) from the New Mexico Public Education Department (how to apply)
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Coaching online exam offered through the New Mexico Activities Association (www.nmact.org)
• Previous successful coaching experience in the assigned sport
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and ability to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field
• Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program
• Internal applicants must attach a signed Permission to Coach Form to their application

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training to achieve individual and team success
• Demonstrate and instruct behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment in student athletes
• Upgrade knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, and consultation
• Work with students interested in sports, providing necessary practice support and advice for team success during the season
• Teach and enforce rules and regulations of the sport
• Advise, coordinate, and support assistant coaches and middle school coaches in conjunction with the athletic director and respective principal

Work Environment

• On-site attendance is mandatory
• Evening and weekend work required

Reports To

The athletic director, who provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the high school principals.

Job Goal

To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for individual and team success while fostering socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment in student athletes.