ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850
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We envision 6000 Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change, and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious. Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding, and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.
Position Title: 2025-2026 Winter Coaching Positions
Brief Description: Provide effective leadership in teaching all team members the skills, techniques, and sportsmanship required for interscholastic competition in the respective sport. Mentor and support students through college and career processes. Organize schedule and supervise all practices and contests throughout the season and postseason. Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Teach relevant skills, tactics, and techniques • Monitor and enhance performance by providing encouragement and constructive feedback • Identify strengths and areas in need of improvement • Advice about health and lifestyle issues • Develop training programs year-round • Undertake administrative tasks • Assist with sports promotion and development • Communicate regularly with families and local community • Provide college and career readiness guidance and support
Locations: Athletics District-Wide Anticipated Start Date: November 16, 2026 Posting Dates: 332026-Until Filled Applications are screened on a continual basis. However, we expect applications to be screened by November 11, 2026.
Required Qualifications:
The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
All applicants must meet the NYSED Coaching certification requirements for certified teachers and/or non-certified teachers. All applicants must have updated CPRAED & First Aid certification, fingerprint clearance, concussion certification, DASA certification, Temporary License, non-certified teachers, S.A.V.E. & Child Abuse certification.
Desired Characteristics:
An educational leader whose competency, energy, and commitment will help ensure that students thrive Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families, who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics, in order to build an effective and collaborative school community Ability to implement culturally responsive curriculum, create an inclusive classroom, and differentiate instruction in order to engage the learning styles and needs of each student as an individual.
Winter Positions:
• Unified Bowling Head • Var. Cheerleading Head • Var. Alpine Ski Head • Var. Boys Basketball Head • Var. Boys Basketball Asst. • JV Boys Basketball Head • Mod. 78 Boys Basketball Head • Var. Girls Basketball Head • Var. Girls Basketball Asst. • JV Girls Basketball Head • Mod. 78 Girls Basketball Head • Var. Boys Hockey Head • Var. Boys Hockey Asst. • JV Boys Hockey Head • Var. Girls Hockey Head • Var. Girls Hockey Asst. • Var. Wrestling Head • JV Wrestling Head • Mod. 78 Wrestling Head • Var. Indoor Track & Field Head • Var. Indoor Track & Field Asst. • Var. Indoor Track & Field Asst. • Var. Boys Swim & Dive Head • Var. Boys Swim & Dive Asst.
Steps to Apply:
When applying through SchoolFront, you can log in with your ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign-on link: [insert link]. Once logged in, please go to recruiting > Available Internal Postings. To find the position type Coach. If you are a substitute or in the process of onboarding and havent officially started, you will be considered an external applicant. External Applicants:
Apply online at RecruitFront In order for us to receive your application, you must complete the following three steps on RecruitFront:
Salary Range: In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, the Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.