Middle School Assistant Cross Country Coach

Title: Assistant Cross Country Coach

Location: Greenville Middle School

Classification: Athletic Coach

Reports to: Director of Athletics

Schedule: Seasonal

Salary: $1,162 - $3,021 per season, based upon relevant prior experience

Benefits: This position does not meet the requirements for benefit eligibility

POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Cross Country Coach will assist in organizing, supervising, and developing the middle school cross country program by developing running skills, physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship in student athletes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: other duties may be assigned

Assist in planning and conducting practices, conditioning activities, and team workouts

Instruct student athletes in proper running techniques, training methods, pacing, and race strategies

Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, respect, and positive behavior among student athletes

Assist with the supervision and safety of student athletes during practices, competitions, travel, and other team activities

Help organize and supervise cross country meets, including team preparation, warm ups, and race day activities

Monitor participation, effort, attendance, and progress

Communicate effectively with the head coaches, athletes, and parents/guardians

Ensure compliance with district policies, athletic department procedures, and athletic association rules

Recognize and respond appropriately to injuries, medical concerns, and emergency situations

Commitment to regular and predictable attendance

Adherence to Greenville Public Schools core values: integrity, collaboration, compassion, and responsibility

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Previous running, cross country, or coaching experience preferred

Ability to work effectively with middle school students

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Ability to promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive athletic environment

Satisfactory background check

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The employee must be able to:

Stand, walk, and move across varied terrain for extended periods of time

Sit for extended periods on buses for away meets and tournaments

Perform and demonstrate drills, pacing, and technique

Maintain awareness and supervision of student athletes across large outdoor areas

Lift and move training gear and other equipment (typically up to 25-50 lbs)

Work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions including heat, cold, and rain

Project voice loudly and clearly in noisy environments

Maintain composure under stress

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the Board of Education may be considered. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Greenville Public Schools Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
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