"All coaching positions are posted as open until filled. Any applicants that apply within 5 days of initial posting are guaranteed consideration per the Coaches collective bargaining agreement "

LOCATION: Meeker Middle School

Meeker Middle School serves 6th, 7th and 8th grade students. It is a culturally diverse school of about 625 students located in the northeast corner of the Kent School District. It was opened in 1970 and is home of the Pioneers. Programs in the building include Inclusive Education, Multilingual Education, and advanced courses. Staff provide a safe and enriching academic environment that focuses on student learning through data-driven instructional approaches that educate the whole child. Curriculum is based on standards and designed with MTSS Academics and Behavioral interventions. Our focus is on preparing all students for high school and beyond. The Meeker staff is dedicated to providing students the education they need for their future.

Persons applying for paid coaching positions must meet district and WIAA requirements including a valid background check. Applicants for head coaching positions must be at least 21 years of age. Applicants for assistant coaching positions must be at least 19 years of age. They must also have a valid first aid and CPR card. The following procedures must be followed to apply for paid coaching positions:

1. Complete the KSD online application process including professional reference forms.
2. Annually complete the WIAA general rules clinic, the WIAA-approved rule clinic for the sport being coached, and the KSD Vector Training requirements prior to the beginning of the sports season.
3. Have successfully completed Concussion recognition and management with Return to Play Protocols training as required by Washington State Law that must be renewed every three (3) years.
4. Have successfully completed Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness and Training as required by Washington State Law that must be renewed every three (3) years.
5. Before the beginning of the third year of coaching, a member school coach (paid or volunteer) must complete a school district-approved Coaching Principles training, or complete the NFHS Coaches Fundamentals Course, or attend all sessions of the WIAA Coaches School, or other Coaches School as approved by the WIAA or the local school district. After initial completion, coaches will be required to repeat this training every three (3) years
6. Building athletic directors will monitor the applicant pool for their open positions and contact applicants as necessary.
7. If hired, the paid coach must read and sign the KSD Coaches Manual.