Inspiring Middle School Cross Country Coach - Grades 5-8

Mcleanschool; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 8,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

McLean School in Potomac, Maryland, seeks a part-time Coach for Grades 5-8 Coed Cross Country for Fall 2025. The role involves overseeing practices and matches, modeling sportsmanship, and aligning with the school's mission and core values.

The ideal candidate has youth/high school/club coaching experience, strong communication, and an ability to differentiate instruction while fostering relationships within a school community.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching youth/high school/club-level athletes.
• Ability to tailor coaching to athletes at varying skill levels.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of cross country fundamentals and techniques.
• Ability to build relationships and work with others.
• Appreciation of athletics within the educational experience.

Responsibilities

• Be a positive role model for student-athletes.
• Plan, direct, and administer team practices and matches.
• Communicate team expectations at season start.
• Design training sessions that are dynamic and challenging.
• Create an environment of respect rooted in hard work and teamwork.
• Communicate with athletes and parents.
• Ensure safety measures during team activities.
• Attend seasonal coaches' meetings.
• Provide care for injured/ill athletes and complete Injury Report forms.

Skills

Youth/club coaching

Differentiated instruction

Communication skills

Cross country fundamentals

Relationship building

Athletics in education

Job description

McLean School in Potomac, Maryland, seeks a part-time Coach for Grades 5-8 Coed Cross Country for Fall 2025. The role involves overseeing practices and matches, modeling sportsmanship, and aligning with the school's mission and core values.

The ideal candidate has youth/high school/club coaching experience, strong communication, and an ability to differentiate instruction while fostering relationships within a school community.