High School Assistant Track Coaching Position

Fair Grove R-X; Fair Grove (MO); On-site; USD 2,500 - 4,500; Part time

Job summary

Fair Grove R-X High School in Fair Grove, Missouri is seeking a High School Assistant Track Coach to support the head coach in developing a competitive track program and ensure a safe, positive experience for student-athletes. The assistant coach will help provide instruction in events, supervise athletes, and uphold district policies.

This seasonal, extra-duty role offers compensation per the district’s salary schedule and requires CPR/first aid and background checks.

Qualifications

• Valid Missouri teaching certificate preferred, but not required.
• Coaching experience in track and field preferred.
• Knowledge of track fundamentals, techniques, training methods, and safety procedures.
• Ability to complete district and MSHSAA coaching requirements.
• Current CPR, AED, and first-aid certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Successful completion of required background checks.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in planning and conducting practices, workouts, competitions, and team activities.
• Provide instruction in assigned track and field events.
• Teach proper techniques, conditioning methods, rules, and safety procedures.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, meets, travel, locker-room use, and other team activities.
• Help maintain a safe and positive environment for all participants.
• Support the head coach in developing practice plans, meet lineups, and athlete development plans.
• Promote teamwork, responsibility, discipline, sportsmanship, and respect.
• Encourage student-athletes to maintain appropriate academic performance, attendance, and behavior.
• Assist with equipment setup, inventory, storage, care, and distribution.
• Help prepare facilities and equipment for practices and home meets.
• Attend required coaches’ meetings, parent meetings, practices, competitions, and postseason activities.
• Assist with team transportation procedures and supervise athletes during travel.
• Communicate professionally with athletes, parents, coaches, officials, administrators, and community members.
• Follow all Fair Grove R-X School District policies and applicable MSHSAA rules.
• Immediately report injuries, safety concerns, student concerns, and policy violations to the head coach or appropriate administrator.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student and personnel information.
• Support the overall athletic program and perform other coaching-related duties assigned by the head coach or Activities Director.

Skills

Coaching experience

Track and field knowledge

Leadership

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

Missouri teaching certificate (preferred)

Job description

High School Assistant Track Coaching Position

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Job Details

Job ID: 5919843
Application Deadline: Oct 07, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position Summary

The High School Assistant Track Coach supports the head coach in developing and maintaining a competitive track and field program that promotes student growth, teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, and academic success. The assistant coach will help provide a safe, positive, and well-organized experience for all student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Valid Missouri teaching certificate preferred, but not required
• Previous track and field coaching or competitive experience preferred
• Knowledge of track and field fundamentals, techniques, training methods, and safety procedures
• Ability to complete all district and MSHSAA coaching requirements
• Current CPR, AED, and first-aid certification or willingness to obtain certification
• Successful completion of required background checks
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, staff members, and other coaches
• Commitment to modeling appropriate conduct, sportsmanship, and professional behavior

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in planning and conducting practices, workouts, competitions, and team activities.
• Provide instruction in assigned track and field events.
• Teach proper techniques, conditioning methods, rules, and safety procedures.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, meets, travel, locker-room use, and other team activities.
• Help maintain a safe and positive environment for all participants.
• Support the head coach in developing practice plans, meet lineups, and athlete development plans.
• Promote teamwork, responsibility, discipline, sportsmanship, and respect.
• Encourage student-athletes to maintain appropriate academic performance, attendance, and behavior.
• Assist with equipment setup, inventory, storage, care, and distribution.
• Help prepare facilities and equipment for practices and home meets.
• Attend required coaches’ meetings, parent meetings, practices, competitions, and postseason activities.
• Assist with team transportation procedures and supervise athletes during travel.
• Communicate professionally with athletes, parents, coaches, officials, administrators, and community members.
• Follow all Fair Grove R-X School District policies and applicable MSHSAA rules.
• Immediately report injuries, safety concerns, student concerns, and policy violations to the head coach or appropriate administrator.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student and personnel information.
• Support the overall athletic program and perform other coaching-related duties assigned by the head coach or Activities Director.

Professional Expectations

The assistant coach is expected to:

• Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes.
• Place student safety and well-being above competitive outcomes.
• Treat athletes fairly and respectfully.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with students.
• Promote the values and expectations of Fair Grove High School.
• Work cooperatively with other coaches and school personnel.
• Demonstrate dependability, punctuality, and professional judgment.
• Represent the district positively at practices, competitions, and community events.

Physical Requirements

The position may require the employee to:

• Stand, walk, run, bend, lift, and remain active for extended periods.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Lift, carry, set up, and store athletic equipment.
• Travel with the team to practices and competitions.
• Respond appropriately to athletic injuries and emergency situations.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Terms of Employment

This is a seasonal, extra-duty position. The work schedule will include practices, meets, travel, meetings, and other activities necessary for the operation of the program. Compensation will be determined according to the district’s approved extra-duty salary schedule.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated by the head coach and/or Activities Director in accordance with district procedures. Continued assignment is based on performance, program needs, district approval, and annual appointment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fair Grove R-X School District is an equal opportunity employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Damon Seiger , Athletic Director
• Email: [e-mail]