Job Posting for Head Cross Country Coach at Sonoma Academy
Head cross country coach
Under the supervision of the Athletic Director, oversee all aspects of the cross country program.
Main Duties:
Coach and instruct students in the proper use of equipment and rules of the specific sport
Supervise students during practices, during athletic competitions and on buses to and from athletic competitions
Maintain student discipline, including prevention of hazing, harassment and discrimination, which supports the principles of the Sonoma Academy Mission Statement
Maintain proper inventory and care of equipment and facilities
Assess student performance and make coaching decisions based upon those assessments
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge and ability to prevent injuries
Ability to teach and motivate high school aged students
Possess current CPR and First Aid certificate
Ability to work with other staff - both assistant coaches and athletic staff
Complete all school required paperwork before official start date
ABILITY TO:
Exhibit positive leadership skills, good sportsmanship and personal and professional integrity
Maintain good communication with the Athletic Director, school administrators, other staff and parents
Demonstrate good rapport with the coaches and staff of other schools and the athletic officials
Organize, plan, and execute practices and meet schedules in a timely manner in coordination with the Athletic Director and school calendar
Work with the Athletic Director to maintain the budget for the sport
Administer CPR and First Aid if needed
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience in teaching and coaching the sport at the high school, college or professional level
Athletic experience – ideally in specific sport at the high school, college or professional level
Training in how to teach and coach the sport, and/or formal training in child development and/or experience with working with youth
PHYSICAL:
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Requires successful completion of employment background screening/verification and insurability on school auto insurance. Ability to drive at night as needed.
Tasks involve the ability to exert physical effort, including during coaching, carrying equipment, etc
May work in varied extreme outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
Notes specific to Sonoma Academy cross country position:
Majority of events (practices and matches) will be offsite
Stipend available for 1 head coach and 1-2 assistant coaches
Team will compete in the NCL II and NCS Division V
Cross country practices are co-ed (boys and girls)
Season begins Monday August 12th, 2024 with some possible optional sessions leading up to the season
SA XC competes in approximately 8-10 league and invitational meets
Season end date depends on league, NCS qualification but latest date would be Saturday November 30, 2024
SA teams currently practice or compete Monday-Friday with occasional Saturday meets
Ideal practice time is 4:00-6:00pm but adjustments may need to be made for coaches and outside facility schedules
Head coaching stipend – the stipend will range from $4500-$6000 based upon previous experience and qualifications.
Qualified candidates could be considered for vacant track & field coaching position
Interested candidates should please apply and include:
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