Assistant Mens and Womens Cross Country Coach - Topeka West High School 2025 - 2026

TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an Assistant Coach for the Mens and Womens Cross Country team at Topeka West High School. This role is pivotal in helping students develop essential skills, values, and sportsmanship in a safe environment. The assistant coach will work closely with the Head Coach to coordinate schedules, ensure safety, and foster positive relationships with students. If you are passionate about sports and education, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in students' lives while promoting teamwork and discipline.

Qualifications

• Must meet Kansas Department of Education certification requirements.
• Ability to lift/move up to 75 pounds and interact with students.

Responsibilities

• Coach participants in sport skills and coordinate with the Head Coach.
• Ensure facility safety and communicate effectively with students.

Skills

Coaching Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Safety Awareness

Education

Kansas Department of Education Certification

KSHSAA Rule-10 Certification

Job description

Assistant Mens and Womens Cross Country Coach - Topeka West High School 2025 - 2026

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Position Overview

The assistant coach helps students develop skills, values, discipline, and sportsmanship related to cross country. The primary focus is on safety and student welfare. The role involves leadership and coordination in the assigned sport.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet Kansas Department of Education certification requirements or KSHSAA Rule-10 requirements.

Physical/Emotional Requirements

Must be able to walk, sit, talk, hear, stand, reach, and occasionally lift/move up to 75 pounds. Vision abilities include close, distance, and depth perception. Interaction with staff and students is required, and extended hours may be necessary.

Performance Responsibilities

• Coach participants in sport skills
• Coordinate with the Head Coach on schedules
• Ensure facility safety
• Fulfills KSHSAA testing requirements
• Communicate effectively and foster positive relationships
• Inform students of policies, activities, and rules
• Care for equipment
• Supervise participants post-practice and events until transportation is arranged
• Support educational mission and adhere to policies
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Head Coach or Principal

Terms of Employment

Salary and work year to be determined by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated per Board policy.

Additional Notes

Responsibilities may extend beyond this description as assigned by supervisors.