Assistant Coach

Kelso, Washington

Kelso School District
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Position Type:
Extra-Curricular/Assistant Coach

Date Posted:
5/13/2025

Location:
Kelso High School

Date Available:
08/01/2025

Closing Date:
05/19/2025 Assistant Coach
Cross Country
Season:
Fall
Pay Range: Per Extra-Curricular Salary Schedule This position is not eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, or life insurance benefits. Paid time off accrued per WA state law - 1 hour for every 40 hours worked MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Previous training and/or experience in coaching appropriate sport preferred

Must possess valid First Aid and CPR cards and demonstrate a willingness to maintain current cards and coaching clock hours standards

Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, parents, coaches

Demonstrated ability to uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures

Demonstrated positive attitude in working with youth

Possess understanding of the rules and regulations regarding his/her sport as prescribed in the WIAA Handbook, League Standard Operating Procedures, and Kelso School District Policy

Must be at least 19 years of age per WIAA requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist in the development of the athletic program as directed by the head coach

Assume those duties as assigned by the head coach and assist the head coach with organizational matters; before, during and after the season

Assist the head coach with supervisory responsibilities

Communicate openly and immediately any individual/team concerns to the head coach

Assume the responsibility of the position of head coach in the event of the head coach's absence as designated by the head coach

Obey all the rules of conduct before players and the public as expected of a head coach

Treat all injuries with discretion, administering first aid when deemed necessary and filing accident reports when applicable

Be supportive of recommended disciplinary action of the head coach as outlined in the Student Athletic Handbook

Adhere to Kelso School District policies and administrative regulations

Emphasize safety precautions and be aware of proper training/injury precautions

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

Assist in the care, storage, inventory and ordering of equipment

Keep abreast of new knowledge, ideas, and techniques relating to his/her sport

Have regular, consistent attendance

Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies

Perform other related duties as may be assigned

OTHER FUNCTIONS
Fulfill all other responsibilities as assigned

RESPONSIBLE TO
Athletic director or school principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Per agreement between the Kelso School District and the Kelso Extra-Curricular Association

A fingerprint background check is required of any person who is offered employment with the Kelso School District

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
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Kelso School District complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; , ; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; ,

For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; , ; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; , .

KELSO SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A DRUG AND TOBACCO-FREE WORKPLACE
Date Posted: 15 May 2025
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