Coach - Assistant Cross Country @ Frontier Middle School

Moses Lake School District 161•Moses Lake, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an Assistant Cross Country Coach at Frontier Middle School. The coach will work within the framework and philosophy of the head coach, assisting in all aspects of managing the cross country program. Responsibilities include organizing and supervising practices, implementing safety plans, motivating players, and adhering to all district and league policies. The role requires demonstrated knowledge of the sport, effective teaching skills, and strong organizational abilities.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to effectively carry out the duties of the position and comply with the policies/procedures set forth by the Principal, Athletic Director, and the Moses Lake School District.
Exhibited knowledge of the sport, demonstrated technical skills, and successful experience teaching these skills to secondary school student-athletes.
Valid First Aid and CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain prior to start of season.
Ability to meet WIAA age requirements applicable to the position.
Exhibit the organizational skills and abilities to ensure a well-managed program.
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Responsibilities

Work within the basic framework and philosophy of the head coach
Demonstrate knowledge of modern trends, techniques, strategies, playing rules and procedures.
Assist the head coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities.
Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
Implement a safety plan that includes teaching of the proper techniques and fundamentals.
Adhere to all safety rules.
Have an emergency medical plan in place.
Inform parents of individual players regarding attendance, discipline, and injury.
Relate to staff members in a professional and effective manner.
Demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, peers, and the public (particularly at sporting events).
Motivate players.
Keep players informed of available camps, weight programs, etc.
Teach and discipline in a consistent and equitable manner.
Be aware of and adhere to WIAA, league, district, and building rules and policies.
Implement team rules in accordance with the policies and regulations listed above.
Direct student managers and statisticians on respective teams.
Assist the head coach in scheduling and providing transportation to sport events.
Adhere to scheduled facility times.
Instruct team members as to changes in the rules and teach fundamentals of the sport as outlined by the head coach.
Attend all staff meetings and carry out scouting assignments as outlined by the head coach.
Secure all doors, lights, windows and locks before leaving building if custodians are not on duty.
Instill in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and proper use.
Arrive early enough before practice, contests, and meetings to adequately prepare, and remain long enough afterwards to help players with problems or to become involved in staff discussions.
Help in the planning and implementation of both in-season and out-of-season conditioning and weight programs.
Never criticize, admonish, or argue with head coach or any staff member within hearing or sight of players or parents.
Strive to improve skills by attending clinics and using resources made available by the head coach.
Examine locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on general cleanliness of the facility.
Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific sports equipment.
Complete mandatory SafeSchools training annually.
Complete sport specific WIAA coaching standard courses by the third week of the season.