Girls Cross Country Coach at Reeths-Puffer… · Reeths-Pu…

REETHS-PUFFER SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Girls Cross Country Coach

Position: Girls Cross Country Coach
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Athletic Director and Building Administration
Employment Status: Seasonal / Supplemental Coaching Position
Location: Reeths-Puffer Schools

POSITION SUMMARY

The Girls Cross Country Coach is responsible for providing leadership, instruction, and supervision of the girls cross country program. The coach will develop and implement a comprehensive training program that promotes athletic development, physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth.

The coach is expected to create a positive, supportive, and competitive environment that encourages student-athletes to reach their individual potential while contributing to the success of the team. The coach will serve as a positive role model and promote the values and expectations of Reeths-Puffer Schools.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organize, and conduct practices that develop running skills, endurance, strength, conditioning, and overall athletic performance.
• Teach proper running techniques, race strategies, pacing, and training methods.
• Develop and implement a safe, age-appropriate training program that considers the individual abilities and needs of student-athletes.
• Foster a positive team environment that emphasizes teamwork, commitment, accountability, respect, and sportsmanship.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, competitions, team activities, and travel.
• Prepare and organize the team for scheduled meets and competitions.
• Monitor student-athlete progress and provide constructive feedback and encouragement.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with student-athletes, parents, athletic department personnel, and school administration.
• Promote academic achievement, good citizenship, attendance, and positive behavior.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, participation, eligibility, and other required athletic documentation.
• Follow all school district policies, athletic department guidelines, MHSAA regulations, and applicable safety procedures.
• Ensure appropriate supervision and maintain a safe environment at all times.
• Respond appropriately to injuries and emergencies and follow established reporting procedures.
• Maintain and properly care for team equipment, uniforms, and athletic facilities.
• Attend required coaching meetings, professional development, and athletic department functions.
• Collaborate with other coaches and athletic staff to support the overall athletic program.
• Promote the Reeths-Puffer mission of being A Great Place to Learn, Contribute and Compete.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Previous cross country or distance running experience preferred.
• Previous coaching or experience working with student-athletes preferred.
• Knowledge of distance running techniques, conditioning, training principles, and race strategies.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and positively influence student-athletes.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and community members.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications, or willingness to obtain as required.
• Successful completion of all required background checks and district employment requirements.
• Ability to meet MHSAA coaching requirements and district coaching expectations.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

The Girls Cross Country Coach is expected to:

• Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes.
• Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, dependability, and good judgment.
• Encourage participation, inclusion, individual improvement, and team success.
• Recognize that student-athletes are students first and athletes second.
• Model and reinforce the Reeths-Puffer Graduate Profile characteristics of being Literate, Collaborative, Self-Aware, a Problem Solver, Empathetic, and Curious.
• Create an environment where every athlete feels valued, supported, challenged, and encouraged to succeed.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must be available for scheduled practices, athletic competitions, and team activities.
• May require evening and weekend commitments.
• Must be able to travel with the team to scheduled competitions.

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated by the Athletic Director in accordance with district policies and established coaching expectations.

Reeths-Puffer Schools is committed to providing student-athletes with a positive athletic experience that promotes personal growth, academic success, teamwork, and competitive excellence.

Deadline to apply: When position is filled