HS Cross County

Monument Academy

Assistant Coach Job Description

Job Summary

The Varsity Head Coach is responsible for leading organizing and developing a positive and competitive middle school athletic program. This role focuses on teaching fundamental skills teamwork sportsmanship and character while creating a safe inclusive and engaging environment for student-athletes. The Head Coach works closely with the Athletic Director school administration staff students and families to support the overall mission of the school.

Head Varsity Cross Country Coach ï½ Key Responsibilities

• Plan organize and direct all aspects of the varsity cross country program in alignment with the schools mission values and athletic philosophy.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive training program that promotes athlete development conditioning endurance injury prevention and competitive excellence.
• Foster a positive team culture built on integrity sportsmanship accountability leadership and respect.
• Supervise and mentor assistant coaches while maintaining clear communication and consistent expectations throughout the program.
• Collaborate with the middle school coaching staff to develop a strong feeder program and ensure continuity across all grade levels.
• Organize and conduct safe effective daily practices and prepare athletes for league regional and state competition.
• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and support school eligibility requirements.
• Maintain regular communication with athletes parents administration and the Athletic Director regarding schedules expectations and program updates.
• Ensure compliance with all school policies and applicable athletic association rules and regulations.
• Coordinate meet entries travel arrangements uniforms equipment and team logistics in partnership with the Athletic Department.
• Promote athlete health and safety by emphasizing proper training techniques hydration nutrition and injury prevention.
• Maintain accurate inventories of uniforms and equipment while ensuring proper care and storage.
• Assist with budgeting and provide recommendations for equipment and program needs.
• Encourage and support multi-sport participation when appropriate while working collaboratively with other coaches.
• Represent the school with professionalism and model exemplary character both on and off the course.
• Participate in coaches meetings professional development opportunities and required school events.
• Build positive relationships within the school and community to promote and grow the cross country program.
• Support offseason conditioning opportunities and encourage year-round athlete development consistent with school and athletic department guidelines.
• Perform other coaching and supervisory duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

• Player Evaluation and Development: Support head coach in assessing players progress tracking performance statistics and providing individualized feedback to help players improve their skills and reach their full potential.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensuring adherence to all relevant rules regulations and safety protocols established by the governing bodies and the organization. Promoting a safe and inclusive environment for all team members.

Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelors degree preferred).
• Previous coaching experience in cross country track and field or distance running.
• Demonstrated knowledge of endurance training race strategy conditioning and injury prevention.
• Current CPR First Aid and AED certification (or willingness to obtain before the season begins).
• Ability to successfully complete all state district and school-required background checks and coaching certifications.
• Knowledge of and commitment to all school policies and applicable athletic association rules and regulations.
• Availability to attend practices meets team events and offseason activities as required.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Head coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level.
• Experience developing and growing a successful cross country program.
• Experience mentoring assistant coaches and building positive team culture.
• Background in track and field distance events is preferred.
• Strong understanding of athlete development and long-term training progression.
• Skills & Competencies
• Excellent leadership communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate mentor and inspire student-athletes to reach their full potential.
• Strong commitment to character development sportsmanship and academic excellence.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills in competitive and practice environments.
• Ability to build positive relationships with athletes parents staff officials and the community.
• Strong planning and time-management skills to coordinate practices competitions travel and team logistics.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive positive and Christ-like culture of respect accountability and teamwork.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with the Athletic Director and fellow coaches to advance the overall athletic program.
• Proficiency with technology for communication scheduling and athlete management platforms (e.g. TeamSnap One Google Workspace and other school communication tools).
• Passion for developing student-athletes both athletically and personally while representing the school with integrity and professionalism.

Mentorship & Culture

• Academic Monitoring: Track the academic progress and eligibility of team members emphasizing that they are students first.
• Team Culture: Foster a disciplined inclusive environment that promotes sportsmanship and team unity.
• Staff Supervision: Direct and mentor assistant or junior varsity coaches to ensure a consistent pipeline of athlete development.

Working Conditions

• Practices and games occur after school hours and may include evenings and occasional weekends
• Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors depending on the sport and season
• Physical activity is required including standing walking running and demonstrating skills
• Exposure to varying weather conditions for outdoor sports
• Seasonal position aligned with the athletic calendar

Reports to:

• Athletic Director

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race color religion national origin sex age disability genetic information or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.