Assistant High School Varsity Cross Country Coach

Innovation Academy Charter School; Dracut (MA); On-site; USD 2,000 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

Innovation Academy Charter School is seeking an Assistant High School Varsity Cross Country Coach. Practices occur Mon–Fri, 3:15–5:15 pm, with meets scheduled Mon–Sat. This stipend role pays $2,000–$3,000 for the season depending on experience and availability.

The school serves grades 5–12 across multiple communities in Massachusetts and is committed to inclusivity and anti-bias training. Applicants should email a coaching resume and a brief statement of interest.

Qualifications

• Applicant must be 21+ years old.
• College degree is preferred but not required.
• Experience coaching cross country or distance running is strongly preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of USA Track & Field, MIAA, and NFHS rules is required.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Practices are Mon–Fri from 3:15–5:15 pm.
• Attend all meets, which may be Mon–Sat.
• Stipend position paying $2,000–$3,000 for the season, depending on experience and availability.

Skills

Coaching experience (high school cross

Knowledge of sports rules (USATF/MIAA?

Education

College degree preferred, not required

Job description

Assistant High School Varsity Cross Country Coach

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Job Details

Job ID: 5901562
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 25, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Innovation Academy is looking for an assistant high school cross country coach. Practices are Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:15-5:15 pm. In addition to practices, this position requires that you attend all meets, which will be scheduled Monday through Saturday. This is a stipend position which will pay between $2,000 and $3,000 for the season, depending on experience and availability. Innovation Academy competes in the Commonwealth Athletic Conference.
Please email the Innovation Academy Athletic Director, Nolan McKinnon, at [e-mail]. Please include a coaching resume (focused on your playing and coaching experience in athletics) and a brief explanation as to why you are interested in the position.

Position Type: After school/Evening

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Welcome to Innovation Academy Charter School

Innovation Academy Charter School is a tuition free, college preparatory, Massachusetts public charter school. Currently, the school serves students in grades 5-12 from more than 10 Massachusetts communities including Chelmsford, Lowell, Billerica, Dracut, Groton, Tewksbury, Tyngsboro and Westford. At Innovation Academy Charter School, our mission is to create an inclusive educational environment that helps students become self-directed problem solvers, effective communicators, and invested community members for our complex and evolving world.IACS is invested in hiring candidates with identities that have been historically excluded and socially marginalized. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. IACS is devoted to anti-bias training, education and learning for all employees. IACS is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. IACS does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, economic status, homelessness, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Job Requirements

• Applicant must be 21+. A college degree is preferred but not required. Experience coaching cross country or distance running is strongly preferred but not required. The applicant should have experience with cross country at least through the high school level. Knowledge of the rules of the governing bodies of USA Track & Field, MIAA, and NFHS is required.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nolan McKinnon
• 72 Tyng Road
• Tyngsboro, Massachusetts 01879
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]