Men’s & Women’s Varsity Cross Country – Assistant Coach

Bentley School•Lafayette, CA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Bentley School is seeking a Men’s & Women’s Varsity Cross Country Assistant Coach for the Upper School campus in Lafayette for the Fall 2026 Season. Bentley School, established in 1920, is a K-12 coeducational, independent day school located on two campuses in Oakland and Lafayette. It is an inclusive community that shares a vision of transformational learning and respect for the individual.

Requirements

Previous coaching experience at the high school and/or college level.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Desire to become part of the larger school athletic community.
Must be able to work collaboratively as a team member.
Must be self-directed.
Time commitment - must be available for practices and games during weekday afternoons and evenings and on some Saturday’s

Nice To Haves

Experience running cross country at the college level or above.

Responsibilities

Work directly with the head coach to develop the growth of the cross country program.
Assist in the overall planning and execution of the cross country program.
Work with the head coach to develop and implement game strategies.
Help in the planning and organizing of team practice sessions.
Ability to coach team members individually and in groups.
Work with the head coach to develop and implement a team strength and conditioning program.
Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the culture of the school and athletic program.
Adhere to all state, section, conference and league rules and regulations/policies.
Build a positive relationship with all members of the Bentley School community, including students, faculty/staff, administration, parents and alumni.
Be a mentor, both in cross country and in life.