Cross Country Coach

FOUNDATION FOR HISPANIC EDUCATIONSan Jose, CA
$20 - $25Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Coach is responsible for leading and developing a competitive and educational athletic program that supports student-athlete growth, sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and academic success. Coaches are expected to provide a safe, structured, and positive environment while representing The Foundation for Hispanic Education (TFHE) and its charter high schools with professionalism and integrity. This position may support any sport offered within the TFHE high school athletic programs. Here’s a polished, professional, and flexible job description template you can use across all sports and coaching positions at The Foundation for Hispanic Education.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of coaching principles, techniques, and skill development for high school student-athletes
  • Ability to effectively motivate, mentor, and supervise students
  • Strong leadership, communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, staff, and administration
  • Ability to manage responsibilities in a fast-paced and sometimes high-pressure environment
  • Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student development
  • Valid First Aid and CPR certification required (American Red Cross or equivalent)
  • Completion of required NFHS online trainings

Nice To Haves

  • Previous coaching and/or playing experience at the high school level or above preferred
  • Teaching credential or educator experience preferred but not required
  • Valid California driver’s license preferred

Responsibilities

  • Plan, organize, and supervise practices, competitions, and team activities
  • Coach and instruct student-athletes in sport-specific skills, strategies, conditioning, and teamwork
  • Promote good sportsmanship, character development, accountability, and educational values
  • Maintain a safe and positive environment for all student-athletes
  • Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and team events
  • Coordinate practice schedules and communicate schedule changes in a timely manner
  • Assist with transportation coordination to and from athletic events
  • Distribute, inventory, and collect uniforms, equipment, and program gear
  • Maintain consistent communication with the Athletic Director, school staff, student-athletes, and families
  • Attend required meetings, trainings, preseason and postseason meetings, and athletic department events
  • Support compliance with school, league, CIF, and state athletic policies and procedures
  • Monitor student-athlete eligibility, attendance, behavior, and academic progress as required
  • Serve as a positive role model and representative of TFHE and its schools
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