Junior High Boys Cross Country Coach — Build Endurance & Team

The St. Clair County ROE 50; O'Fallon (IL); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 39.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The St. Clair County ROE 50 is seeking a qualified Junior High Boys' Cross Country Coach to lead and develop 6th-8th grade runners through a season of distance running competition.

You will teach technique, training habits, and race strategies while fostering teamwork, discipline, perseverance, and sportsmanship in a positive, supportive environment. Reports to Athletic Director and collaborates with the Head Coach.

Formación

• Previous cross country or distance running experience preferred.
• Coaching experience with middle school or junior high students preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to teach skills in an age-appropriate, engaging manner.
• Commitment to student growth, sportsmanship and the values and mission of District 90.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsabilidades

• Plan and lead practices that develop endurance, pacing, form, conditioning, and race preparation.
• Teach basic distance-running techniques, injury prevention, and safe training habits.
• Prepare athletes for meets by organizing workouts, race strategies, and pre-race routines.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, meets, and team events, ensuring safety at all times.
• Promote a positive team culture that values effort, encouragement, accountability and respect.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff regarding schedules, expectations, and athlete progress.
• Maintain equipment, coordinate meet-day logistics, and assist with team travel as needed.
• Monitor and support student-athlete academic and behavioral eligibility in collaboration with school staff.
• Serve as a positive role model, reinforcing character and personal growth.

Conocimientos

Cross country

Middle school coaching

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

CPR/First Aid

Descripción del empleo

The St. Clair County ROE 50 is seeking a qualified Junior High Boys' Cross Country Coach to lead and develop 6th-8th grade runners through a season of distance running competition.

You will teach technique, training habits, and race strategies while fostering teamwork, discipline, perseverance, and sportsmanship in a positive, supportive environment. Reports to Athletic Director and collaborates with the Head Coach.