Cross Country Assistant Coach

The Northwest School Of The Arts•Seattle, WA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Northwest School is an independent day and boarding school serving students in grades 6–12 on an urban campus in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. As Seattle’s only day and boarding school, Northwest offers a distinctive educational experience that combines rigorous academics with experiential, interdisciplinary learning in a vibrant city setting. Our liberal arts program nurtures compassionate, globally aware, and environmentally conscious students who find joy in learning and are prepared to engage thoughtfully and creatively in an interconnected world. Northwest is a warm, inclusive community grounded in shared values and a deep commitment to belonging. We believe diversity strengthens our school and are dedicated to building a faculty and student body that reflects the broader society. We strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. At Northwest we aim to hire coaches who: Create an athletics experience that captivates and inspires players; build a tight-knit, supportive, and competitively fearless team culture; and effectively teach physical and social-emotional skills for life and sport. Relate well with players and build individual and collective enthusiasm and rapport Model excellent character and live the high expectations they have for athletes Have a strong technical and strategic understanding of the game

Requirements

Current training in First Aid, CPR, concussion management, and sudden cardiac arrest.
Clear Washington State Background check.

Nice To Haves

Ability and willingness to drive 14-passenger school vehicle for practices and contests.
Availability for summer training

Responsibilities

Support the head coach in all aspects of coaching the team and program.
Generate enthusiasm, commitment, and teamwork among students.
Supervise and instruct sport-specific skills and techniques and related aspects of fitness, health, nutrition, sleep, etc.), utilizing positive and age-appropriate methods.
Prioritize the health and safety of the athletes.
Model respectful interaction with athletes, opponents, colleagues, and parents.
Develop and support sportsmanship and leadership in the program and the athletes.
Strive for competitive excellence while pursuing and promoting the bigger picture of fun, accountability, teamwork, and wholistic health.
Daily availability during the season from mid-afternoon for practices and competitions and on weekends as needed.
Understand and adhere to NWS Athletics and WIAA/NFHS sport rules and regulations.