Assistant Coach - Middle School Cross Country

Bigelow Middle School; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools Bigelow Middle School in Newton, Massachusetts seeks an Assistant Coach for Cross Country to help develop athletes’ skills, strategy and fitness while promoting moral values, pride, discipline and service to others. The role requires coordinating practices, working with staff and parents, and maintaining a safe environment for student athletes.

A Bachelor’s degree and CPR certification, coaching experience, and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Previous successful coaching experience is required.
• Ability to organize and supervise all levels of a sport program.
• Commitment to professional growth.
• Ability to accept responsibilities outside the team as they relate to the school and community.
• Ability to handle multiple, varying and complex issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complies with school and MIAA policies and regulations.
• Works cooperatively with the school staff.
• Relates positively to parents and other community representatives.
• Completes required records and reports with promptness and accuracy.
• Assumes responsibility for care of equipment and facilities.
• Assumes responsibility for a safe environment for student athletes.
• Models positive behaviors, especially with regard to sportsmanship and alcohol, tobacco and drug rules.
• Delegates staff assignments to assistant coaches.
• Develops and organizes practice program.
• Evaluates assistant coaches and playing personnel.
• Plans and develops game responsibilities.
• Conducts and analyzes scouting reports.
• Assists student athletes in college advancement.
• Maintains and inventories all equipment and supplies.
• Acts as liaison to staff, administration, general public, and local news media.
• Responsible for implementing 'other job related duties' as needed.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Coaching and leadership

Organizational skills

Team program oversight

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPR certification

Job description

Assistant Coach - Middle School Cross Country

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Job Details

Job ID: 5924485

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Department: Middle School Athletics

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt): Exempt, Non-Aligned

Reports To: Athletic Director, School Principal

SUMMARY

TheAssistant Coach willinstruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the students shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, sportsmanship and service to others.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
• CPR certification
• Previous successful coaching experience
• Ability to organize and supervise all levels of a sport program
• Commitment to professional growth
• Ability to accept responsibilities outside the team as they relate to the school and community
• Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Complies with school and MIAA policies and regulations
• Complies with school and Conference/League policies and regulations
• Works cooperatively with the school staff
• Relates positively to parents and other community representatives
• Completes required records and reports with promptness and accuracy
• Assumes responsibility for care of equipment and facilities
• Assumes responsibility for a safe environment for student athletes
• Models positive behaviors, especially with regard to sportsmanship and the alcohol, tobacco and drug rules
• Delegates staff assignments to assistant coaches
• Develops and organizes practice program
• Evaluates assistant coaches and playing personnel
• Plans and develops game responsibilities
• Conducts and analyzes scouting reports
• Assists student athletes in college advancement
• Maintains and inventories all equipment and supplies
• Acts as liaison person in relating the athletic program to the staff, administration, general public, and local news media
• Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to operate computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and all other standard office equipment
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of timeSufficient mobility to navigate within a large or small school building, practice facilites, weight room, etc
• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds

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In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $2,114.81 to $4,157.02 Stipend

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Stefanie Dalfior , Athletics Manager
• Bigelow Middle School
• Email: [e-mail]