4th & 5th Grade Co-Ed Flag Football Coach

About the role

The Flag Football coach will facilitate co-ed flag football for 4th and 5th grade students at Walla Walla elementary schools. One coach is needed for each of the following schools: Edison, Prospect Point, and Sharpstein.

Responsibilities

• Implement teaching and coaching philosophies/rules consistent with WWPS Flag Football – NFL Flag Football Rules
• Instruct participants in individual, group and team techniques, tactics and physical training necessary for the realization of success and enjoyment of athletics
• Communicate a clearly defined philosophy which emphasizes ethical competition, sportsmanship, leadership, and citizenship with students, parents, staff, and community members
• Utilize effective coaching techniques for skill development, strategy, and interpersonal team relations

Requirements

• Teaching certificate and experience preferred
• Successful experience in teaching technical skills specific to this coaching position or coaching 4th/5th grade sports
• High School Diploma or GED
• Completed employment application and background check
• Resume of education, experience, and references including three current recommendations

Skills

• Verified coaching techniques/training in the area of flag football/youth sports scope and sequence of skill development, safety, teamwork, strategy, interpersonal relations, routine training, practice and game organization
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, parents, coaches, administrators, staff, and community
• Evidence of being a positive role model
• Professional integrity, vigor, flexibility, enthusiasm

Pay

Paid by stipend

Schedule

• Season runs October 5 – November 6, 2026
• Practices and games after school on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 2:45‑4:30 pm
• No practices or games on Wednesdays