Head Cross Country Coach: Lead, Develop, Inspire

Nimble; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Indianapolis Public Schools seeks a Head Cross Country Coach to develop a high school program focused on skill development, sportsmanship, and discipline. Responsibilities include planning tryouts, organizing practices, and monitoring academics, while building community ties and feeder-school relationships to grow participation.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in education, coaching experience, knowledge of IHSAA/NFHS rules, and CPR/First Aid certification, with a strong emphasis on ethics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with emphasis in education preferred.
• Familiarity with IHSAA/NFHS rules for cross country.
• First Aid and CPR certification; coaching certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow IPS/IHSAA rules; coach and develop athletes and programs.
• Plan tryouts, organize schedules, and communicate final selections.
• Develop training programs, monitor academic progress, and promote the program.
• Build relationships with feeder schools and engage the community.

Skills

Motivate student-athletes

Recruiting

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Decision making

Adaptability

Team building

Education

Bachelor's degree with emphasis in education

IHSAA/NFHS rules knowledge

Coaching Certification preferred

First Aid & CPR certified

Job description

Indianapolis Public Schools seeks a Head Cross Country Coach to develop a high school program focused on skill development, sportsmanship, and discipline. Responsibilities include planning tryouts, organizing practices, and monitoring academics, while building community ties and feeder-school relationships to grow participation.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in education, coaching experience, knowledge of IHSAA/NFHS rules, and CPR/First Aid certification, with a strong emphasis on ethics