High School Cross Country Coach — Lead & Develop Athletes

Gallup-Mckinley County Schools

Navajo (NM)

On-site

USD 5,400 - 6,600

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

Gallup-Mckinley County Schools seeks an Athletic Coach - Assistant Cross Country for Navajo Pine High School for the 2026-2027 school year. This on-site role requires a fall-sport contract and eligibility to coach (Athletic Coaching License 7-12).

You will teach fundamental running skills, strategy, and conditioning, supervise a staff of assistants, and report to the athletic director. Evening and weekend commitments are expected; you will promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and student growth

Qualifications

  • Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
  • Previous successful coaching experience in cross country or major sports.
  • Knowledge of technical aspects of the sport and current coaching theories.
  • Must model appropriate behavior for student athletes.

Responsibilities

  • Instruct athletes in fundamental skills, strategy and physical training.
  • Ensure character development, self-discipline, self-confidence and pride of achievement.
  • Upgrade knowledge through coaching clinics, observations and consultations.
  • Work with students, provide practice support and coach evenings/weekends.
  • Coordinate and support a staff of coaches with athletic director.

Skills

Organize and supervise sports program
Coaching experience in cross country
Technical knowledge of the sport
Role model for student athletes

Education

Athletic Coaching License 7-12
High School Diploma or Equivalency
Must obtain Athletic Coaching License

Job description

Gallup-Mckinley County Schools seeks an Athletic Coach - Assistant Cross Country for Navajo Pine High School for the 2026-2027 school year. This on-site role requires a fall-sport contract and eligibility to coach (Athletic Coaching License 7-12).

You will teach fundamental running skills, strategy, and conditioning, supervise a staff of assistants, and report to the athletic director. Evening and weekend commitments are expected; you will promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and student growth

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