COMMENTS:  You must be at least 19 years of age to apply for htis position. This is a stipend position, no release time available.  The continuation of this position is pending student enrollment numbers each season. 

Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

South Kitsap Employees Will:

• Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff and community members.
• Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

JOB SUMMARY:

This is a coaching position at John Sedgwick Middle School. JSMS is a three-year comprehensive program that operates on a semester system. The mission of JSMS is to develop and promote learning in a safe, caring atmosphere bringing together community, family, student, and the teacher.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Capable of coaching all phases of the sport.
• Assist in administration of contests.
• Need to attend all practices as designated by the head coach.
• Supervise locker room – home and away.
• Available for home and away contests. This may include some Saturday commitments.
• Be available to drive team vans.
• Demand strong team discipline and sportsmanship.
• Follow all coaching duties listed in the WIAA handbooks.
• Reports to the John Sedgwick Middle School Athletic Director and School Principal.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current certificated employee of the South Kitsap School District.
• Previous participation in the sport.
• Previous coaching experience.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid and up-to-date First Aid and CPR certification PRIOR to beginning coaching experience.
• Meet coaching certification standards as set forth by the South Kitsap School District and the WIAA.
• Valid Washington driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Fingerprints prior to beginning coaching experience at the expense of employee (Washington State Patrol and FBI Background Clearance) .  

SEASON:

Spring 2025

SALARY:

As per negotiated contract and/or verified coaching experience at another school district.

Health Benefits Information:

Most positions within the South Kitsap School District are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify the benefits related to employment with the district, including insurance provisions, vacations, holidays, and other related benefits.

For more information about benefits, you may review the individual collective bargaining agreements and SEBB 2023 School Employee Enrollment Guide which are located on our website SK Staff Resources or contact our Payroll and Benefits Department at (360) 874-7028 or payrollstaff@skschools.org.

Application Procedure:  Complete the online application at www.skitsap.wednet.edu and apply to the position(s) to which you are qualified within your online application. 

Submitting and completing your online application and applying to open positions ensures immediate availability of your data to our hiring administrators. 

PRINCIPALS AND HIRING ADMINISTRATORS CONSIDER ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS WITH COMPLETE AND CURRENT APPLICATIONS.

Positions close at 4:00 p.m. on the final day of posting.  Your online application and required District Testing (if applicable-see job posting when applying) must be submitted by the closing date for an applicant to be considered for a position.

If you need assistance with this process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 874-7074 or skjobs@skschools.org.

The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation – including gender expression or identity, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Equal access to activities, facilities and program is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. District procedure complies with all applicable state and federal laws.

The Title IX Officer and Section 504 Coordinator with the responsibility for monitoring, auditing and ensuring compliance with this policy are:

Compliance/ADA/Title IX Coordinator:
Will Sarett,
Executive Director of Human Resources 
2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7071
sarett@skschools.org

Section 504 Coordinator:
Kimberly House,
Director of Special Services
2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-443-3648
house@skschools.org

Gender Inclusivity Compliance Officer:
Dr. Tom Edwards,
Assistant Superintendent for Student Achievement
2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7003
edwards@skschools.org

South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities.  For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at (360) 874-7050.

All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.

The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community and staff.

Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.