Cross Country Assistant Coach - Differential Position

The Greater Nebraska Schools Hiring Consortium; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 4,000 - 8,000; Full time

Job summary

Champaign Unit 4 Schools is seeking a Cross Country Assistant Coach for the 2026-2027 season. The role requires appropriate coaching certification per IESA or IL Educator License, and the ability to teach and develop student-athletes.

You must be able to travel with the team to practices and competitions, work evenings and weekends, and communicate effectively with students and staff. The position offers differential pay as outlined in the Champaign Federation of Teachers agreement and is filled

Qualifications

• Coaching certification per IESA or Illinois Professional Educator License (required).
• Strong knowledge of cross country and ability to develop student-athletes.
• Ability to build relationships and serve as a positive role model for students.
• Effective communication with students and adults.
• Willingness to work nights, holidays, evenings and weekends.
• Willing to travel with the team to practices/games as needed.

Skills

Coaching certification

Athlete development

Relationship building

Communication skills

Evenings/weekends

Travel with team

Job description

Cross Country Assistant Coach - Differential Position JobID: 2780

• Date Posted:
  7/31/2026
• Date Available:
  2026-2027 Season

Our Mission

• Positively transforming learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence.

Qualifications

• Appropriate coaching certification as regulated by the IESA --OR-- Illinois Professional Educator License
• Strong knowledge of the sport and an ability to teach and develop the skills of our student-athletes
• Ability to build relationships and serve as a positive role model for students
• Effective communication skills with students and adults
• Willingness and ability to work nights, holidays, evenings and weekends
• Willing to travel with the team to different locations for practices/games, as needed

Compensation

• This is a Differential position. The differential pay scale can be found in the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Champaign Federation of Teachers, which is available on our website. Coaches with 5+ years of experience are compensated at a higher rate than those with more limited experience. Employment as a coach is on an at-will basis.

Application Deadline

• This position will remain posted until the hiring process is complete; however, interviews may be conducted anytime after August 4, 2026, so interested applicants should submit their materials ASAP to ensure consideration.
• The season for this sport typically runs from early August-mid October. The exact dates are determined based on IESA rules and the schedule for State events. More detailed questions regarding the schedule can be directed to the Athletic Director at the school.

More About Our Community

• Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.

Want to Learn More?

• If you want to learn more about this position or other career opportunities in Champaign Unit 4 Schools, please contact our Assistant Director of Human Resources & Employee Engagement, Ms. Nancy Whitehouse, at [e-mail]. Please include your résumé.
• You may also contact the Athletic Director at the school if you have specific questions.

Postings current as of 8/1/2026 11:09:34 PM CST.

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