Cross Country Assistant Coach

JOB DESCRIPTION:  CROSS COUNTRY ASSISTANT COACH – BENJAMIN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL

The assistant cross country coach is responsible for coaching and providing direction to student athletes that they might achieve a high level of skill, as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork in cross country.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Must hold a GED, high school diploma or higher.

• Experience as a cross country coach or assistant coach at the high school or college level.

• Possess effective coaching techniques and skills.

• Possess a thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies and techniques of the sport.

• Able to establish and foster effective working relationships with school administrators, parents and students.

• Must complete VHSL Coaches Education course, NFHS Concussion Course, Safety and First Aid, and Child Abuse Recognition Training.

Reports to:       School Principal / Athletic Administrator / Head Coach

Responsibilities:

• Follow and maintain knowledge of all district, regional and state policies and procedures.

• Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in the sport.

• Aid the head coach in enforcing discipline policies and emphasize sportsmanship and healthy life styles.

• Plan and set up activities, practices and games.

• Work with the head coach to maintain a safe environment and facilities for student athletes at all times.

• Develop appropriate practice plans and schedules as dictated by the head coach.

• Supervise students in locker rooms, at home and away games, and ensure appropriate behaviors.

• Travel with student athletes on the team both to and from away games.

• Ensure proper cleaning, maintenance of equipment and storage facilities.  Assist head coach in providing a yearly inventory of all equipment.

• Work with the head coach in preparing practice and game schedules.

• Maintain necessary proper forms (student participation forms, sign in rosters, medical).

• Maintain necessary records and complete required paperwork in a specified time and manner.

• Work with the head coach and athletic administrator to ensure athletic eligibility.

• Ensure that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct of athletic activities and athletes are followed.

• Work with the head coach to ensure that medical and safety requirements are followed.

• Interact with parents, students, staff, opponents, officials and resolve any conflict in a professional manner.

• Appropriately maintain and secure confidential records and inquiries.

• Professionally represent the school at all athletic functions and interactions with parents, community and staff.

• Punctual at all practices, games and athletic functions.

• Monitor academic progress of all team members.

• Other duties as may be assigned.

Terms of Employment:  Salary to be determined by the School Board.