Job Title:
High School Girls Cross Country / Track & Field Assistant Coach
Reports To:
Head Cross Country Coach / Athletic Director
Position Summary:
The Assistant Girls Cross Country / Track & Field Coach supports the Head Coach in developing and maintaining a competitive and educational cross country program. This role focuses on student-athlete skill development, physical conditioning, teamwork, sportsmanship, and academic accountability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in planning and implementing daily practices, workouts, and training programs
- Supervise student-athletes during practices, meets, travel, and team events
- Help teach proper running techniques, conditioning, pacing, and race strategy
- Support strength, endurance, and injury prevention programs
- Promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and character development
- Monitor athlete academic progress and encourage academic success
- Assist with meet preparation, including course inspection, warm-ups, and logistics
- Help maintain equipment and ensure a safe training environment
- Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, school staff, and administration
- Enforce school, district, and athletic department policies
- Attend required meetings, practices, and competitions
Qualifications:
- Previous coaching or competitive running experience preferred
- Knowledge of cross country training principles and conditioning techniques
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Ability to motivate and mentor high school student-athletes
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Must meet all district and state coaching requirements
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to run, jog, or demonstrate drills
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Work Schedule:
- Seasonal position (Fall)
- Practices typically held after school hours
- Meets may occur evenings and weekends
Additional Duties:
- Assist with team building activities and team culture development
- Support off-season conditioning programs if applicable
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director