HS Track Coach

LOPEZ ISLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 144
86 School Rd. Lopez Island, WA 98261

(360) 468-2202/Fax (360) 468-2212
CLASSIFIED POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Lopez Island School District
Head HS Track Coach

POSTING: 26/27-9

Announcement date: 08/04/2026
Applications Due By: open until filled
Applications Screened: Upon Submission
Responsible to: Athletic Director and Secondary Principal



Description of the position: This position will be coaching the High School Track Team.
Candidate must have the ability to attend both on and off island meets. Be able to plan and
schedule practices with the team.



Desired Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of fundamentals and rules of sport
• Strong background on fundamentals of the sport
• Ability to instruct athletes in both technical and tactical sides of the sport
• Ability to break down the game to simple step by step instructions
• Ability to assume responsibility for leadership over student program participants
• Ability to apply individual discipline, emphasizing safety precautions, and instructing

Job Requirements:

• Valid First Aid/CPR card required
• Valid certificate of current concussion training required
• All state required trainings required
• Fingerprinting (fee paid by the employee)
  

Application Procedures:
Current employees should submit a letter of interest in the position, include the position’s title,
why you applying for this position, and how you meet the requirements. Current employees do
not need to submit the information listed below.



Salary:
Stipend of $3,700.00 paid in 3 payments. Final payment to be released when all equipment and
uniforms are checked in. Post season play will be paid at $270 per week.

Applicants must submit the following information to the Human Resources Office:

1. Letter of application indicating interest
2. Completed district application
3. Complete resume of personal history, education, experience and references
4. Placement file

Applicants will be screened and candidates selected for interviews based upon preparation,
experience, and references.

Apply to: Sarah Rucker, Human Resources Officer
Lopez Island School District #144
86 School Rd.
Lopez Island, WA 98261

Phone: (360) 468-2202 Fax: (360) 468-2212
srucker@lopezislandschool.org
www.lopezislandschool.org

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current employee will be required to complete an INS
1-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility. Disclosure Statement and Background Check: Pursuant to chapter 43.43, Washington
Laws of 1990, the recommended applicant will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of
crimes against persons listed in the law In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints and at employee expense, will be requested from
the FBI and Washington State Patrol Employment status is contingent on verification of background check clearances. Job Sharing: Pursuant to
Chapter 206, laws of 1989, the District will accept applications from individuals wishing to share a position.

The Lopez Island School District 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. The following employee(s) have been designated to
handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Superintendent, Brady Smith; K12 Principal, Dr. Martha Martin; , Civil Rights
Compliance Coordinator,Title IX Coordinator, HR Specialist HR@lopezislandschool.org; Section 504, Special Education Director, Mary
Fordham; K-12 Counselor, HIB Robb Ellis OR contact by phone, 360-468-2202, OR mail to 86 School Rd, Lopez Island, WA 98261.