Aspiring Track & Field Coach — Path to Head Coach

Catholic Diocese of Rockford; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Pension

Vacation & Holidays

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Personal Time Off

Job summary

Marian Central Catholic in Woodstock seeks an Assistant Track & Field Coach to support daily practice planning and athlete development for distance runners. You will assist with meet preparation, supervision, and student-athlete motivation while promoting teamwork and sportsmanship.

The role offers mentorship under the current head coach, with a clear path to lead both Track & Field and Cross Country programs in the following school year, and foster growth in character and leadership among

Qualifications

• Previous track and field or cross-country coaching experience, particularly with distance events. Knowledge of training principles, athlete development, and injury prevention.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with high school student-athletes.
• Availability for weekday practices and all scheduled meets.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and leading daily practices.
• Provide instruction, motivation, and supervision to student-athletes.
• Support the development of distance runners and other event groups as needed.
• Help coordinate meet preparation, athlete entries, equipment, and team logistics.
• Promote sportsmanship, academic responsibility, teamwork, and personal growth.
• Learn the administrative and leadership responsibilities necessary to manage both the Track & Field and Cross Country programs.

Skills

Coaching experience

Distance running knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Availability on weekdays

Job description

Marian Central Catholic in Woodstock seeks an Assistant Track & Field Coach to support daily practice planning and athlete development for distance runners. You will assist with meet preparation, supervision, and student-athlete motivation while promoting teamwork and sportsmanship.

The role offers mentorship under the current head coach, with a clear path to lead both Track & Field and Cross Country programs in the following school year, and foster growth in character and leadership among