2026-2027 Coach (Cross Country)

ednovate; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend for season

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Ednovate in Southern California seeks a Coach (Cross Country) to develop and implement a rigorous athletic program, supervise games and practices, and ensure student safety while promoting the school’s mission and values.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, autonomy, and accountability. A high school diploma is required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred, and a seasonal stipend is offered as part of the Ednovate team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Demonstrated success as a coach is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a rigorous, high-quality athletic program
• Travel to and supervise team games, performances and practices
• Ensure safety of all students during practices and performances
• Initiate and maintain open communication with family and community members
• Embody and model Ednovate's values and mission

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Team collaboration

Growth mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Coach (Cross Country)

Join a dedicated team that fosters autonomy and creativity, while receiving a competitive salary, opportunities for career and personal growth, and the gratification that comes from creating positive multi-generational change.

Ednovate Background

Ednovate launched its first school in 2012. Since then, we’ve grown to eight schools and are on a trajectory to reach 11 schools in just the next few years (you can read more about our schools here). Ednovate is committed to serving areas where students traditionally lack access to a quality college-prep education by building tuition-free, safe, high-performing public schools driven to create positive multi-generational change.

We are made up of world travelers, nacho connoisseurs, KPOP business owners, and Beyonce fans. We love LA and OC, and we're our students' biggest cheerleaders. We are looking to hire innovative changemakers who aim to continue our goal of becoming the high school experts across Southern California. Sound like you? Keep reading.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement a rigorous, high-quality athletic program
• Travel to and supervise team games, performances and practices
• Ensure safety of all students during practices and performances
• Initiate and maintain open communication with family and community members
• Embody and model Ednovate's values and mission

Who You’ll Be

• Mission-driven professional passionate about increasing college attainment for historically under-represented students

• Social justice champion committed to promoting educational opportunity for all students and families

• Entrepreneurial spirit who thrives in a workplace characterized by autonomy, flexibility, transparency and accountability

• Collaborative team player who works well with others from diverse backgrounds, uplifts and celebrates our teammates and engages in healthy debate and feedback to get the best results for students and families

• Resourceful, persistent learner with a growth mindset, constantly seeking to “find a way or make one” to master your craft and improve results.

We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent, required; Bachelor's degree, preferred
• Demonstrated success as a coach, required

We’re Committed to Giving You

• A stipend of $1,600-2,500, distributed seasonally
• A place to grow, learn and be a part of the Ednovate family

We Believe in Inclusion

We aim to intentionally develop a schoolwide culture in which every student and teammate feels a sense of belonging. Ednovate does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

We know applying for a new job can be daunting, and studies have shown that individuals from historically underrepresented communities may only apply to roles when they meet 100% of the qualifications. You may be just the person we need! If you have any questions about your application or interview process, do not hesitate to email [e-mail]. We are here to help.