Impactful Indoor Track Assistant Coach (HS)

Westbrook School Department; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Westbrook High School invites applications for an Assistant Coach for the Indoor Track & Field program. The successful candidate will assist the Head Coach in developing student-athletes, promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and a positive team culture during the winter season.

The role supports athletes across events, adheres to MPA and SMAA policies, and emphasizes athletic development, academics, and personal growth while representing the Blue Blazes and the Westbrook School Department.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of indoor track and field techniques, training methods, and safety procedures.
• Previous coaching, athletic participation, or instructional experience in track and field or a related sport.
• Ability to effectively motivate, teach, and mentor student-athletes.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and positive athletic experience for all participants.
• Must meet MPA and Westbrook School Department coaching certification requirements, including CHRC.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in organizing and supervising all aspects of the indoor track and field program.
• Work directly with athletes in assigned event areas, including sprints, distance, jumps, throws, and relays.
• Support the implementation of training plans and practice activities designed by the Head Coach.
• Foster a team culture built on respect, effort, accountability, sportsmanship, and inclusion.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, competitions, team travel, and other team activities.
• Assist with meet preparation, athlete check-ins, equipment management, and event logistics.
• Monitor athlete well-being and communicate concerns regarding performance, safety, attendance, or eligibility to the Head Coach.
• Communicate positively and professionally with student-athletes, families, fellow coaches, and school personnel.
• Support adherence to all Westbrook School Department, Maine Principals' Association (MPA), and SMAA policies and regulations.
• Serve as a positive role model who promotes leadership, character development, and academic success.

Skills

Indoor track

Coaching

Mentoring

Communication

Organizational skills

Equity & inclusion

Job description

Westbrook High School invites applications for an Assistant Coach for the Indoor Track & Field program. The successful candidate will assist the Head Coach in developing student-athletes, promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and a positive team culture during the winter season.

The role supports athletes across events, adheres to MPA and SMAA policies, and emphasizes athletic development, academics, and personal growth while representing the Blue Blazes and the Westbrook School Department.