Girls Indoor Track & Field JV

Cambridge Public Schools; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 3,300 - 4,400; Part time

Job summary

Cambridge Public Schools is seeking a committed Junior Varsity Girls Indoor Track & Field coach for the Cambridge High School program. You will report to the Head Coach, coordinate practice times, assist with equipment upkeep, and ensure athlete safety in all settings.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or higher, plus relevant coaching experience and current CPR/First Aid certification. Expect a part-time, seasonal position with stipend; duties include clinics and outreach to support

Qualifications

• Previous successful playing and/or coaching experience required.
• Bachelor's Degree or higher preferred.
• Current CPR/AED & First Aid Certification required.
• Online Concussion Education Certification required.
• Online Implicit Bias Education Certification required.
• Fulfillment of MIAA Coaches Education Requirements and state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Schedule practice sessions and file schedule with Head Coach.
• Assist in issue, security and upkeep of equipment.
• Maintain safety and security of athletes during practices, games, and in locker rooms.
• Keep records as requested; participate in clinics to enhance coaching knowledge.
• Identify college scholarship opportunities for athletes; communicate with college coaches.

Skills

Coaching experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher

CPR/AED & First Aid Certification

Online Concussion Education Certification

Online Implicit Bias Education Certification

MIAA Coaches Education Requirements

CORI & fingerprinting background check

Job description

Girls Indoor Track & Field JV

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Job Details

Job ID: 5966765

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Description of Service Opportunity:

The Junior Varsity Coach is directly responsible to the Head Coach, Director of Athletics, and High School Principal. The Junior Varsity Coach will work in close collaboration with the Head Coach and will assume assignments as directed by the Head Coach. In addition, the Junior Varsity Coach will schedule practice sessions during appropriate times and file that schedule with the Head Coach; assist in the issue, security, and upkeep of equipment; meet with the Athletic Management Team and other coaches as requested; ensure that the M.I.A.A. rules and regulations are known and followed by all players and coaches within the program; keep records as requested; conduct clinics for elementary students; participate in clinics to enhance personal knowledge of his/her particular sport; ensure the safety and security of athletes during practices and games and in the locker rooms, as well as enroute to games/meets; assist with the varsity team as needed and perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Director of Athletics.

As part of the actual coaching and supervising in a system in which all athletes are provided appropriate information and are treated respectfully, Junior Varsity Coaches are expected to be active participants (under MIAA regulations) in the nurturing and development of the young women and young men who participate in the CRLS athletic program. Their high level of involvement means:

• Establishing avenues of communication with other adults to identify potential resources for the enhancement of CRLS athletics;
• Working with community members who are involved in youth sports in order to encourage the young women and young men to continue to participate in sports at the high school level;
• Developing an approach to coaching which encourages outreach to the parents of the athletes and to other adults who care about the athletes (booster clubs are one part of this outreach);
• Maintaining an atmosphere of balance between the academic and athletic experiences of students and closely following each student's academic progress;
• Working together with student/athletes, guidance counselors, and parents in the college application and selection process;
• Contacting college coaches and introducing CRLS athletes to coaches in accordance with NCAA regulations; and
• Identifying college scholarship opportunities for athletes.

Payments are submitted to the payroll office two times per season - 1st payment in the middle of the season and the 2nd payment at the end of the season.

MinimumRequirements

Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university is preferred. Previous successful playing and/or coaching experience required.

Current CPR/AED & First Aid Certification, Online Concussion Education Certification, Online Implicit Bias Education Certification, and fulfillment of the MIAA Coaches Education Requirements, and state requirements. In addition, completion of CORI Form, and fingerprinting background check is a must.

Length of Contract:

July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027

Contract Amount:

Flat Rate $3849.00

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories:

• Athletics & Activities > After School Programs
• Instructional Support > Individual Aide
• Student Services > Physical Therapist
• Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• Cambridge Public Schools
• 135 Berkshire Street
• Cambridge, Massachusetts 02141
• Email: [e-mail]