Head Dance Coach at KHS

KUNA JT. SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 3

POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

JOB STATUS: All Applicants

JOB TITLE: Head Dance Coach for the 2026/2027 School Year

LOCATION: Kuna High School

REPORTS TO: Athletic Director

CALENDAR: To be determined by calendar year

SALARY: Per the supplemental contract salary schedule

JOB SUMMARY: 

To safely and positively motivate and develop skills, attitudes, and habits that will guide each athlete toward success, personal growth, and good character. To provide examples of fair play, team building, and respect. Provide leadership and motivation to excel. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assistant Coach(s)
  
  

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Idaho Teaching Certification, American Sport Education Program Certification, or National Federation of Interscholastic Coaches Association Certification strongly preferred
• Certification or willingness to obtain certification in first aid and CPR required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated knowledge of dance, sports training, conditioning, injury prevention, kinesiology, management, and the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association Handbook
• Ability to foster and sustain students' interest in the activity and promote skill development
• Possess good organizational skills, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues
• Demonstrate aptitude for working with adolescents, works well with students, staff, and the public

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support and adhere to the policies and rules established by the IHSAA, the SIC, the Kuna School District and Kuna High School.
• Attend all tryouts, practice meetings, and in-school events, and supervise students during related field trips and other out-of-school functions. Attend out-of-school meetings, supervise fundraisers, and help students prepare for competitions
• Organize practice schedules and team rosters. Issue, collect and maintain an inventory of all equipment and uniforms
• Establish consistent and fair team guidelines for all student-athletes. Model positive behavior, maintain a supportive environment, and remain professional, even when tension is high
• Coach individual participants of varying abilities in the skills necessary for success in competitive dance
• Arrange with the athletics and activities director for any necessary transportation, scheduling, or other arrangements for competitions related to the sport. Assist the athletics and activities director, when requested to do so, in maintaining necessary attendance forms, insurance records, physical check-up forms, accident reporting, and all other required paperwork
• Actively promote the athletic program, seek student participation, and select team members
• Prepare the team's budget, order necessary supplies and equipment, and maintain appropriate records related to activity expenses and revenues
• Work with other coaches, parents, referees, news reporters, and operators of non-district facilities used for practice or competition as appropriate
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education as well as to the National Federation of State High School Associations Coaches Code of Ethics

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

• Will have the ability to perform the assigned coaching task and be able to promote a positive athletic environment for both students and parents. Prior coaching experience of a high school dance team. Knowledge and experience of dancing, strong communication and organization skills required. Ability to plan and implement a program of developmental activities and competitive performances for a high school dance team program. Ability to clearly express needs and ideals, obtain the commitment of others, and anticipate and lead the critical details necessary for a successful program. Ability and willingness to communicate and work with principals and other school activity sponsors. Ability to involve and communicate with parents and participants. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual's disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively on the telephone and in person.
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation which permit the employee to comprehend written work instructions and review and prepare documents and file them in a prescribed order, and organize documents and materials.
• Sufficient manual dexterity which permits the employee to operate a personal computer and other office equipment. 
• May be required to block or redirect students.
• Must be able to effectively supervise and support staff when consequences are implemented including supervising physical restraint and seclusion if necessary for safety.
• Sit for extended periods of time.
• Walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

QUESTIONS:

Human Resources

hr@kunaschools.org

Kuna Jt. School District No. 3

711 E. Porter Road

Kuna, Idaho 83634

922-1000 Phone

922-5646 Fax