Coach - Cross Country and Track & Field

Pine Crest Preparatory School; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Pine Crest Preparatory School is seeking a dedicated Cross Country and Track & Field Assistant Coach to develop student-athletes through structured practices, individualized training, and focused skill development. This role emphasizes growth, discipline, and sportsmanship within a positive team culture.

The ideal candidate brings leadership, coaching experience, and a passion for distance running, sprints, and field events, with a commitment to after-school practices and weekend competitions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1 year minimum experience in playing or coaching Cross Country or Track & Field.
• Strong leadership, motivational skills, and clear verbal/written communication.
• Knowledge of training principles, conditioning, and injury prevention.
• Ability to teach, motivate and mentor high school student-athletes.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Availability for after-school practices and competitions (including some weekends).

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and leading daily practices for cross country and track & field teams.
• Develop training programs tailored to student-athletes of varying skill levels.
• Coach athletes in proper techniques for running events, relays, and/or field events.
• Promote physical fitness, teamwork, and personal accountability.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, meets, and team events.
• Coordinate meet schedules, travel logistics, and event entries.
• Ensure compliance with school, district, and athletic association policies.
• Maintain communication with student-athletes, parents, and school staff.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive team environment.
• Mentor student-athletes for mental and physical development.
• Provide a safe environment for sports practices.

Skills

Leadership

Motivation

Communication

Training principles

Injury prevention

Mentoring

After-school availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Purpose

Pine Crest Schoolis seeking a dedicated, energetic, and knowledgeable Cross Country and Track & Field Assistant Coaches to lead and develop our student-athletes. This position is ideal for someone passionate about distance running, sprints, field events, and building a positive team culture that emphasizes growth, discipline, and sportsmanship.

Essential Job Functions

• Supports the School’s mission statement and the philosophy of the department and adheres to School policies and procedures, including but not limited to what is outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Assist in planning, organizing, and leading daily practices for cross country and track & field teams
• Develop training programs tailored to student-athletes of varying skill levels
• Coach athletes in proper techniques for running events, relays, and/or field events
• Promote physical fitness, teamwork, and personal accountability
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, meets, and team events
• Assist in coordinating meet schedules, travel logistics, and event entries
• Ensure compliance with school, district, and athletic association policies
• Maintain communication with student-athletes, parents, and school staff
• Foster an inclusive and supportive team environment
• Serve as a mentor, offering support and encouraging the mental and physical development of student-athletes
• Provides for a safe and secure environment as well as practices associated with the sport
• Promotes individual growth in traits such as teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship at all times
• Understands and implements all appropriate rules and regulations according to the sport guideline
• Maintains proper control and discipline in a positive manner by establishing good, wholesome rapport through healthy, professional relationships
• Instructs student-athletes in the proper care and use of practice facilities, equipment, and uniforms
• Accompanies and supervises student-athletes during all activities associated with the sport
• Stays abreast of the latest advances in all facets of the sport
• Markets and promotes all athletic teams/programs at Pine Crest
• Supports the philosophy of the Athletic Department
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Department Supervisor or their designee

Qualifications

• Job Qualifications
  • Education
    • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Experience and Qualifications
    • Minimum 1 years’ experience in playing or coaching Cross Country or Track & Field
    • Strong leadership, motivational skills, and clear verbal/written communication
    • Strong knowledge of training principles, conditioning, and injury prevention
    • Ability to teach, motivate and mentor high school student-athletes
    • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
    • Availability for after-school practices and competitions (including some weekends)
    • Preferred Qualifications:
      • Experience competing in cross country or track & field (college or high school)
      • Background in strength and conditioning or sports science