Junior High Cross Country Head Coach (Fall 2026)

The Vanguard School•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•$2,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Junior High Cross Country Head Coach will support The Vanguard School's athletic objectives, interscholastic athletics policy, and CHSAA regulations. The school views extracurricular activities as a vital part of school life, aiming to foster physical, intellectual, and social growth in all students through sports participation. Head Coaches are responsible for organizing and conducting athletic programs to meet the needs of the school and its participants.

Requirements

Coach certification(s) required according to CHSAA rules.
Ability to work successfully with student athletes, parents, assistant coaches, and other school staff.
Ability to perform coaching responsibilities in accordance with school procedures and policies.
Current first aid/CPR card – must have.
Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or district patrons.
The ability to work harmoniously with others.
Must complete all training and paperwork required to be placed on the school’s approved driver list.
Experience in and/or knowledge of the sport, coaching techniques, and student supervision.
The Junior High Cross Country Head Coach must submit to and pass a CBI / FBI fingerprint background check, and a motor vehicle check as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Coaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform duties as Junior High Cross Country - Head Coach.
Be knowledgeable of and implement the planned system and style of play.
Enforce all athletic regulations.
Attend meetings and clinics organized and conducted by the Athletic Director or Principal.
Demonstrate proper active supervision during all scheduled activities or student-athletes including, but not limited to, game, practice, locker room, and transportation.
Maintain a thorough knowledge of skill development, training techniques, fundamentals, game strategy, and the rules of the sport.
Be responsible for the care, distribution, and collection of school equipment, supplies and uniforms.
Communicate both verbally and in writing (as appropriate to the situation) and cooperate productively with all the sports public including, but not limited to, student-athletes, parents, administrators, and the press.
Keep the team informed of practice schedules and team obligations.
Develop and maintain a positive rapport with students, athletes, parents, and assistant coaches throughout the program.
Cooperate with other school-sponsored sports by encouraging athletes to play more than one sport.
Practice professional conduct during events and practices.
Exemplify high standards of personal conduct and habits.
Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment.
Positively represent the school and its mission to the students, parents, colleagues, and general public.
Ability to work cooperatively with school staff and administration.
As needed or assigned.