Cross Country Coach

Public School of North Carolina • Monroe, NC

167d

About The Position

The head coach is responsible for organizing and supervising a total sports program, ensuring that athletes are instructed in fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for individual and team success. The coach must also serve as a role model for student athletes, demonstrating behaviors that promote character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride. The position requires continuous professional development through coaching clinics and other educational opportunities. The head coach must navigate the pressures of community expectations while maintaining a focus on good sportsmanship and mental health.

Requirements

• Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport.
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport.
• Ability to examine new theories and procedures in the field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in mentoring student athletes.
• Knowledge of public relations and media communication.
• Experience in budgeting and equipment management.

Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise the total sports program.
• Instruct athletes in fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training.
• Serve as a role model for student athletes.
• Implement athletic policies approved by the Plainwell Community Schools' Board of Education.
• Ensure compliance with system, state, and league regulations.
• Establish the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by staff.
• Train and inform staff, encouraging professional growth.
• Delegate specific duties and supervise implementation.
• Maintain discipline and work to increase morale and cooperation.
• Assist the athletic director in scheduling and logistics for events.
• Provide documentation for state and system requirements.
• Mentor athletes in character development.
• Monitor student athletes' grades and conduct.
• Complete paperwork on athletic injuries.
• Participate in budgeting and equipment management.
• Promote the sport within the school and community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree