CROSS COUNTRY ASSISTANT COACH (Middle School)

WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 1,100 - 1,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend $1,235 per season

Twelve-month supplemental contract

Job summary

WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL in Lawrence, KS is seeking a Cross Country Assistant Coach for the middle school level for a 1-year position beginning immediately. The role reports to the Head Coach, Athletic Director, and Principal, and involves assisting with the entire cross country program within USD 497.

The position outlines stipend-based employment with responsibilities including practice supervision, roster management, compliance with state association rules, and mentoring student athletes to develop

Qualifications

• Sport-specific participation required.
• Coaching experience preferred.
• Must be CPR/AED certified or willing to obtain and maintain certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of evaluation procedures used in selecting squad members.
• Enforce all rules of the Kansas State High School Activities Association.
• Maintain an accurate squad roster at all times.
• Verify that no candidate is issued equipment or allowed to practice until prerequisites are completed.
• Supervise practice sessions and maintain security of the locker room.
• Serve as an advisor to the students on the squad.
• Report injuries of participants to proper school officials and follow injury policy.

Skills

Sport participation

Coaching experience

CPR/AED certification

Job description

CROSS COUNTRY ASSISTANT COACH (Middle School)

Lawrence Unified School District (KS) WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL - Lawrence, Kansas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Lawrence Unified School District (KS)

Job Details

Job ID: 5909395

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CROSS COUNTRYASSISTANT COACH (Middle School) 1 Year Position

USD 497

Details

FTE: 1.0

FISCAL YEAR: 2026-27

Due to wage and hour laws, classified staff that accept a supplemental position will be paid at an hourly rate. The stipend applies to certified staff or Rule 10 only positions. Please see Additional Pay Information below.*

QUALIFICATIONS:

Sport specific participation

Coaching experience (preferred)

Must be CPR/AED (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation/automated external defibrillator) certified or be willing to obtain and maintain certification

REPORTS TO:

Head Coach – sport specific

School Athletic Director/Athletic Coordinator

School Principal

JOB GOAL:

To help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES OF ALL COACHES:

• Maintain records of evaluation procedures used in selecting squad members.
• Enforce all rules of the Kansas State High School Activities Association.
• Maintain an accurate squad roster at all times.
• Verify that no candidate is issued equipment or allowed to practice until he/she has completed a KSHSAA pre- participation physical exam, notarized insurance & medical release, and tryout/participation agreement forms.
• Supervise practice sessions and maintain security of the locker room.
• Serve as an advisor to the students on his/her squad.
• Report injuries of participants to proper school officials. Follow injury policy as explained in coach's handbook.
• Support and confirm to established decisions and policy decisions of a general nature that are in keeping with the established policies and procedures of the school.
• Organize a system for uniform and equipment checkout and insure that all students are accountable at the conclusion of each season.
• Submit practice schedules to administration and office staff.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES OF ASSISTANT COACHES:

• Support the head coach and total athletic program of the Lawrence school system.
• Attend all staff meetings called by the head coach.
• Assist with scouting of teams.
• Assume any duty assigned by the head coach. Some duties may include: conducting a practice drill, handling equipment, determining eligibility, working with student managers, scouting, public relations, statistics, etc.
• Assume all responsibilities assigned to the head coach in that coach's absence.

CRITICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to speak clearly and audibly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner
• Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice
• Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner
• Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others
• Ability to travel as needed

*ADDITIONAL PAY INFORMATION:

If the applicant hired is a current USD 497 certified staff member, this position will have a stipend of $1,235 for the season, paid over the teacher contract.

If the applicant hired is not a current USD 497 staff member, this position will have a stipend of $1,235 for the season, paid over the season. Please note: if classified employment with the district is subsequently accepted, classified staff member pay (below) will apply for the remainder of the season.

If the applicant hired is a current USD 497 classified staff member, they will be paid $7.25 per hour for the hours worked.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Twelve-month supplemental contract - salary and work year to be established by the Board.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation.

The tasks listed in this position description are subject to change at the discretion of the superintendent. The incumbent is expected to take on other duties as requested or assigned by his/her supervisor.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $1,235 to $1,235 Stipend

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required