2026-2027 SY - Athletic Coach - Mid School Track

Work Location: John F. Kennedy Middle School • Contract Length: Spring 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 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
• Ability to serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through instructions and actions

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for individual and team success
• Demonstrate 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 practice support and advice for team success during the sports season
• Teach and enforce rules and regulations of the sport
• Advise, coordinate, and support a staff of high school assistant coaches and middle school coaches in conjunction with the athletic director and respective principal

Schedule

Evenings and weekends

Reports To

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

Work Environment

On-site attendance is mandatory for this position.

Job Goal

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