Junior High Track & Field Coach (Stipend)

SPRING GROVE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT; Spring Grove (PA); On-site; USD 2,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

SPRING GROVE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Track and Field Coach for the upcoming season. This stipend position requires planning, organizing, and directing the district's interscholastic program, with emphasis on safety, skill development, and teamwork among student-athletes.

The coach will lead practices, supervise competitions, ensure compliance with district policies and athletic regulations, and collaborate with staff, parents, and officials to promote sportsmanship and academic growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• College coursework or degree in education/physical education preferred.
• Coaching certifications and training required by district/PIAA, including concussion management, first aid, CPR/AED.
• Knowledge of Track and Field rules, skill development, and conditioning.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and conduct practices, games, meetings, and skill development sessions.
• Instruct student-athletes in fundamentals, rules, and strategies of Track and Field.
• Promote sportsmanship, character development, and adherence to team/school expectations.
• Ensure supervision of student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and team activities.
• Develop and enforce team rules; monitor academic eligibility.
• Communicate effectively with families, administrators, and athletic staff.
• Assist with equipment, uniforms, and facility coordination.
• Supervise assistant coaches, if applicable; emphasize safety and proper technique.

Skills

Instruct student-athletes

Leadership

Communication

Safety and injury prevention

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Education/Physical Education degree preferred

Job description

SPRING GROVE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Track and Field Coach for the upcoming season. This stipend position requires planning, organizing, and directing the district's interscholastic program, with emphasis on safety, skill development, and teamwork among student-athletes.

The coach will lead practices, supervise competitions, ensure compliance with district policies and athletic regulations, and collaborate with staff, parents, and officials to promote sportsmanship and academic growth.