Middle School Assistant Coach - Track & Field

Bedford County Public Schools • Forest, VA

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About The Position

The Assistant Track Coach is responsible for all aspects of the program, with responsibilities organized and shared with the Head Track Coach and approved by the Athletic Director. The coach demonstrates leadership in player and staff development, sportsmanship, integrity, and character development. Qualified candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills and exceptional knowledge of Track and Field skills and strategies as they apply to interscholastic athletics in Virginia.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Exceptional knowledge of Track and Field skills and strategies as they pertain to interscholastic athletics in Virginia.
• Knowledge of strength and conditioning programs for Track and Field.
• Strong knowledge of VHSL rules.

Responsibilities

• Foster appreciation of athletics, high-level performance, good sportsmanship, and pride in self, team, school, and community among participants and spectators.
• Support training, conditioning, and performance for the Track and Field program.
• Execute off-season strength and conditioning programs within VHSL regulations.
• Emphasize academic excellence and help monitor and maintain high academic standards for program members.
• Apply knowledge of VHSL rules.
• Promote the program within the school and community.
• Work cooperatively with other athletic coaches to support a well-balanced athletic program.
• Collaborate with the Head Track Coach and Athletic Director to prepare team schedules.
• Maintain an inventory of and care for equipment.
• Ensure athletes have valid medical examinations and other required qualifications before participating.
• Assist the Athletic Director in preparing and maintaining lists of players eligible for athletic contests under VHSL rules.
• Engage positively and constructively with parents of program members.
• Build relationships with local middle school athletes and establish a presence with future athletes through summer camps and coaching clinics in collaboration with the Head Track Coach.
• Perform other duties related to athletic coaching as requested by the varsity coach, school principal, and/or Athletic Director.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed