Cross Country Head Coach (KDES)

Gallaudet University; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallaudet University is seeking a Cross Country Head Coach for the Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center. The role focuses on developing an exemplary athletic program and mentoring student-athletes through a strong pipeline with the Model Secondary School for the Deaf.

Season dates run Aug 24, 2026 – Nov 20, 2026. Compensation is $20.40 per hour. This fixed-term, hourly position requires ASL ability and background checks for employment clearance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge & Experience in Cross Country.
• Coaching Experience - preferred.
• Knowledge and Understanding of Middle School Aged Students.
• Ability to communicate in American Sign Language.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an exemplary cross country program.
• Collaborate with MSSD athletics to identify and mentor young athletes.

Skills

Cross Country Knowledge

Coaching experience

ASL communication

Middle school awareness

Job description

OVERVIEW: Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, and multicultural institution of higher education dedicated to the intellectual and professional advancement of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language and English. Gallaudet maintains a proud tradition of research and scholarly activity and prepares graduates for career opportunities in a highly competitive, technological, and rapidly changing world. As part of the university, the Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center is a federally funded center that operates exemplary elementary and secondary education programs for deaf and hard of hearing students as well as national outreach programs which develop and disseminate innovative curricula, instructional techniques, and products nationwide, and provide information, training, and technical assistance to parents and professionals serving children from birth through age 21.

Job Title:

Cross Country Head Coach (KDES)

Worker Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Pay Type:

Hourly

Exempt Status:

No

Supervisory Organization (Department):

KDES Athletics - JM

Summary:

The Head Coach’s primary responsibility is to develop and implement an exemplary athletic program that provides the best possible educational and athletic experience for each student-athlete. This includes active collaboration with the Model Secondary School for the Deaf (MSSD) athletics program to establish a strong, sustainable pipeline for identifying, mentoring, and developing young athletes.

Job Description:

Qualifications:

• Knowledge & Experience in Cross Country

• Coaching Experience - preferred

• Knowledge and Understanding of Middle School Aged Students

• Ability to communicate in American Sign Language.

Application Information:

• Up-to-date Resume

Employment Information:

• Season Dates: August 24, 2026 – November 20, 2026

• Required Orientation Training: TBA

• All employees hired must undergo and pay for a background investigation if selected for the job and must be cleared before starting first day on the job. Current fee for the investigation is $35.50 and fee can be higher if you are from out-of-state.

• Background Check and Gallaudet Student Conduct Office Records must be in a good standing

• Compensation: $20.40 per hour

• Deadline: Until Filled

If you have any questions, please contact Clerc Center Human Resources Office at [e-mail].

Other Important Information:

• The successful candidate will undergo a background check that must be cleared prior to working at Gallaudet University.

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