The Bush School
Overview
The Bush School values different perspectives and backgrounds, inspires curiosity, encourages a collaborative work environment, and promotes compassion and kindness in our work together. Our employees are the key to building and sustaining this culture.
Spring 2026 Varsity Track & Field Head Coach (Seattle, WA)
Stipend, Term-Limited, Temporary Position
* This position requires applicants to be, at the time of application, legally authorized to work in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.
The Bush School is in search of an individual to join our Athletic Department as the Varsity Track & Field Head Coach. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s goals towards building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. We believe that a diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and talents are necessary to work with a diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and families; we encourage diversity in our applicant pool.
The Bush School athletic program works within the rules of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) and the Emerald Sound Conference to provide athletic opportunities and competition for students of all gender identities. While most sports are offered separately for boys and girls, the Athletic Department staff is committed to working collaboratively with each participant to determine options that best suit each student-athlete’s journey.
Responsibilities The Varsity Track & Field Head Coach is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the program, including planning and leading practices, coaching contests, and transporting the team to off-campus sites in a school vehicle. In collaboration with the Athletics Department, the Head Coach will recruit, support, and evaluate assistant and lower-level coaches, identify and secure practice locations, and establish the team schedule, including invitational meets. This position reports directly to the Athletic Director.
Provide a positive, inclusive, safe, and challenging experience for participants
Teach sport-specific skills, strategies, training methods, and safety practices
Communicate with athletic department staff effectively and promptly
Communicate regularly with student-athletes and families, both in person and in writing
Attend meetings and trainings scheduled by the Athletic Director
Attend meetings scheduled by the conference, district, and/or state association
Handle student health forms with confidentiality, be aware of individual health concerns, and respond appropriately to medical needs
Comply with all school, conference, and state policies and regulations
Supervise and mentor assistant coaches
Organize off-season activities (e.g. pre-season conditioning)
Qualifications
Expert knowledge of given sport
Coaching experience and certification preferred
Capacity and desire to seek out and participate in ongoing professional development
Ability and willingness to be a team player
Satisfactory criminal background check that meets school standards
Safe driving record that meets school standards
Ability to work and connect with people
Outstanding communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Enthusiasm to contribute, grow, and develop as a member of the Blazers Athletic Department Team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google applications
Additional Requirements
Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date)
Meet the school’s standards when completing two separate background screenings
Complete required coaching certifications (WIAA, SafeSport, Vector)
Compensation and Benefits
Stipend for this temporary, term-limited position: $7,295.00
Note: stipend amount reflects the total stipend when the coach attends all practices, contests, and team activities, including the post-season.
Additional compensation is available for coaches who drive their teams to off-site practices/games.
Coaches may have access to professional development funds
Coaches are provided with Bush coaching gear
Free parking at Seattle, WA campus
City of Seattle Sick and Safe Leave
How to Apply Applicants interested in applying for this opportunity should visit our website at www.bush.edu and navigate to the employment section of the website (found under the “About Bush” tab) for additional information/instructions.
If you are interested in working at The Bush School, but this position does not fit your talents, please visit the employment section of our website noted above.
While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information. In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.
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Spring 2026 Varsity Track & Field Head Coach (Seattle, WA)
Stipend, Term-Limited, Temporary Position
* This position requires applicants to be, at the time of application, legally authorized to work in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.
The Bush School is in search of an individual to join our Athletic Department as the Varsity Track & Field Head Coach. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s goals towards building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. We believe that a diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and talents are necessary to work with a diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and families; we encourage diversity in our applicant pool.
The Bush School athletic program works within the rules of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) and the Emerald Sound Conference to provide athletic opportunities and competition for students of all gender identities. While most sports are offered separately for boys and girls, the Athletic Department staff is committed to working collaboratively with each participant to determine options that best suit each student-athlete’s journey.
Responsibilities The Varsity Track & Field Head Coach is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the program, including planning and leading practices, coaching contests, and transporting the team to off-campus sites in a school vehicle. In collaboration with the Athletics Department, the Head Coach will recruit, support, and evaluate assistant and lower-level coaches, identify and secure practice locations, and establish the team schedule, including invitational meets. This position reports directly to the Athletic Director.
Provide a positive, inclusive, safe, and challenging experience for participants
Teach sport-specific skills, strategies, training methods, and safety practices
Communicate with athletic department staff effectively and promptly
Communicate regularly with student-athletes and families, both in person and in writing
Attend meetings and trainings scheduled by the Athletic Director
Attend meetings scheduled by the conference, district, and/or state association
Handle student health forms with confidentiality, be aware of individual health concerns, and respond appropriately to medical needs
Comply with all school, conference, and state policies and regulations
Supervise and mentor assistant coaches
Organize off-season activities (e.g. pre-season conditioning)
Qualifications
Expert knowledge of given sport
Coaching experience and certification preferred
Capacity and desire to seek out and participate in ongoing professional development
Ability and willingness to be a team player
Satisfactory criminal background check that meets school standards
Safe driving record that meets school standards
Ability to work and connect with people
Outstanding communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Enthusiasm to contribute, grow, and develop as a member of the Blazers Athletic Department Team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google applications
Additional Requirements
Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date)
Meet the school’s standards when completing two separate background screenings
Complete required coaching certifications (WIAA, SafeSport, Vector)
Compensation and Benefits
Stipend for this temporary, term-limited position: $7,295.00
Note: stipend amount reflects the total stipend when the coach attends all practices, contests, and team activities, including the post-season.
Additional compensation is available for coaches who drive their teams to off-site practices/games.
Coaches may have access to professional development funds
Coaches are provided with Bush coaching gear
Free parking at Seattle, WA campus
City of Seattle Sick and Safe Leave
How to Apply Applicants interested in applying for this opportunity should visit our website at www.bush.edu and navigate to the employment section of the website (found under the “About Bush” tab) for additional information/instructions.
If you are interested in working at The Bush School, but this position does not fit your talents, please visit the employment section of our website noted above.
While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information. In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.
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