Assistant Track and Field Coach - Jumps at Jefferson High School

About the role

Join the Jefferson High School Athletics Department and help build champions on and off the field. The program provides student‑athletes with meaningful, competitive experiences that foster teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership. If you’re passionate about developing talent, building character, and supporting students in reaching their highest potential, we’d love to have you on our team. Learn more about Jefferson High School Athletics at https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/jhs/page/athletics.

Requirements

• Education Level: BA/BS (preferred)
• Experience Desired: Coaching and teaching experience desired.
• Physical Requirements: Hand‑eye/mind‑eye coordination, physical dexterity, the ability to bend, stoop, walk, talk, and sit; ability to travel between locations.
• Other Requirements:
  • Fundamentals of Coaching or equivalent (must be completed one time)
  • Sports First Aid or Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries or equivalent (renewed every two years)
  • Concussion in Sports – What You Need to Know (renewed annually)
  • High school/college participation preferred
  • Teaching assignment in building preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in the direction and coordination of interscholastic athletics at the school.
• Work with the Head Coach to determine athlete participation during practices and games, including playing time.
• Positively promote the athletic program within the school and community.
• Operate within the policies of the conference and the SDHSAA.
• Maintain a staff relationship with other coaches.
• Assist with fund‑raising activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay

Season Pay: $4,916.00

All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application. A post‑offer criminal background check is required.