Assistant Track & Field Coach

Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy•Aurora, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Illinois Mathematics & Science Academy (IMSA) is seeking an individual to fill the role of Assistant Coach for the high school Boys and Girls Track and Field upcoming Spring 2027 season. This is a stipend position that is based on experience in coaching and years involved in the sport. The Assistant Coach must be able to pass a background check, pass a CPR/AED basic life saving course and possess a valid Illinois drivers license to be able to drive any of the IMSA vehicles, which include up to a 14 passenger mini-bus. Any potential candidate must possess the skills to conduct practices with varying Track & Field drills & conditioning for increasing the performance of athletes, while also having the ability to manage a team that would include: Working with the Head Coach & Coordinator of Athletics & Co-Curriculars for developing a competitive season of matches, working with our food service staff to provide meals for the athletes when off campus, attending practices & matches from the start of the high school season to potential state finals, coordinating and supervising any overnight stays needed for post season competition during the state series of competition, and transporting students to practices & matches during the course of the high school season.

Requirements

Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be able to pass a CPR/AED basic life saving course.
Must possess a valid Illinois drivers license.
Must have or be willing to obtain either of the following requirements as per IHSA By-Laws: (1) Possess a completion certificate of an approved IHSA coaching course (ASEP) OR (2) Currently, have a valid Teaching, School Administrator, Substitute Teaching, School Psychologist, School counselor, School Social Worker Certificate or be retired from teaching to meet the IHSA By-Law for coaching.
Completion of all IHSA mandatory training modules as required by the IHSA along with any State of Illinois mandated training modules, as prescribed and assigned by GCN/OneNet.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high school coaching role or club setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct practices with varying Track & Field drills & conditioning for increasing the performance of athletes.
Manage a team.
Work with the Head Coach & Coordinator of Athletics & Co-Curriculars for developing a competitive season of matches.
Work with food service staff to provide meals for the athletes when off campus.
Attend practices & matches from the start of the high school season to potential state finals.
Coordinate and supervise any overnight stays needed for post season competition during the state series of competition.
Transport students to practices & matches during the course of the high school season.