Assistant Nordic Ski Coach -Sr. High - Half-Time (0.5 FTE)

Brainerd Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 15,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick/ESST

Job summary

Brainerd Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Nordic Ski Coach for Sr. High to support the Head Coach during practices and meets at Brainerd High School. This half-time assignment focuses on safety, coaching strategies, and student-athlete development.

You will motivate athletes, foster teamwork, and coordinate with families and the Activities Director while adhering to district policies and extracurricular schedule.

Qualifications

• High school degree, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively with parents, students, and other staff.
• Previous coaching experience preferred.
• Willingness to accept and follow direction.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• General office skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates successful practices and attends meets.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff in support of the Head Coach.
• Encourage student participation and establish rapport.
• Motivate participants/athletes to achieve maximum potential.
• Work collaboratively with Head Coach, Activities Director, families and community resources.
• Maintains compliance with all rules and regulations.
• Complies with and supports all school district regulations and policies.
• Other duties as determined by the Head Coach.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work with parents, students

Education

High school degree, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Nordic Ski Coach -Sr. High - Half-Time (0.5 FTE) JobID: 1477

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Assistant Coach
• Date Posted: 9/14/2026
• Location: Brainerd High School

ASSIGNMENT DETAILS

Position Title: Assistant Nordic Ski Coach - Sr. High Department: Athletics/Activities Reports To: AD FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Salary: Per certified contract - extracurricular schedule Union: Unrepresented Benefits: Paid Sick/ESST

Brainerd Public Schools, where opportunity meets excellence!

We are dedicated to fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. As an integral part of our community, we strive to empower educators, administrators, and staff to make a positive impact on the lives of our students. Our team is passionate about shaping the future of education in the Brainerd Lakes Area.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Coach provides leadership and expertise regarding the rules, strategies, and techniques for the assigned activity, utilizing knowledge of the specific equipment, physical fitness and safety to prepare participants mentally and physically to compete at the highest level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Facilitates successful practices and attends meets.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff in support of the Head Coach.
• Encourage student participation and establish rapport.
• Motivate participants/athletes to achieve maximum potential.
• Work collaboratively with Head Coach, Activities Director, families and community resources.
• Maintains compliance with all rules and regulations.
• Complies with and supports all school district regulations and policies.
• Other duties as determined by the Head Coach.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Performs other related tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school degree, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively with parents, students, and other staff.
• Previous coaching experience preferred
• Willingness to accept and follow direction.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• General office skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Employees of the Brainerd Public School District #181 are expected to support the goals of the district, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff should respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.