Lead Coach, High School Indoor Track & Field

Erie City School District; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Erie City School District seeks a Head Coach for Indoor Track & Field at Erie High School. The role oversees winter programs, plans practices, prepares athletes for meets, and fosters a positive team culture in line with district policies.

Reports to the Director of Athletics and Building Principal. Requires knowledge of PIAA/NFHS rules and clearances; experience coaching varsity teams is preferred.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience in track and field preferred; varsity coaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sprints, distance running, hurdles, relays, jumps, and throws, and the ability to work with coaches who specialize in those events.
• Knowledge of applicable PIAA regulations, NFHS Track & Field Rules, and requirements of indoor meets and facilities.
• Ability to plan practices that teach proper technique, build fitness, and prepare athletes for competition.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; ability to supervise assistant coaches and athletes.
• Commitment to student safety, academic success, fair treatment, and participation in multiple sports.
• Experience working with students from different backgrounds and communicating with families and school staff preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain all required employment clearances, coaching training, and district approvals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise practices, meets, team travel, and other approved activities.
• Indoor track schedules may be limited by facility space; plan effective practices within approved Department of Athletics guidelines.
• Develop training plans for sprints, distance, hurdles, relays, jumps, and indoor throws.
• Teach proper technique, warm-ups, conditioning, recovery, and safe training habits.
• Supervise athletes and maintain safety protocols for running areas and equipment.
• Handle meet entries, event assignments, relay teams, deadlines, results, and records.
• Coordinate with assistant coaches and ensure all staff are approved to work with students.
• Monitor attendance, grades, behavior, and eligibility, prioritizing student responsibilities.
• Create a team environment with fair expectations and adherence to conduct standards.
• Maintain uniforms and equipment and coordinate with the Athletic Department on travel and facility use.
• Communicate clearly with athletes, families, staff, officials, and administrators.
• Encourage participation in other school sports and collaborate with cross country and middle school coaches.
• Attend required meetings and trainings as directed.

Skills

Coaching experience

Sprint & distance knowledge

Team leadership

Communication skills

Safety & supervision

Job description

Erie City School District seeks a Head Coach for Indoor Track & Field at Erie High School. The role oversees winter programs, plans practices, prepares athletes for meets, and fosters a positive team culture in line with district policies.

Reports to the Director of Athletics and Building Principal. Requires knowledge of PIAA/NFHS rules and clearances; experience coaching varsity teams is preferred.