Middle School Cross Country Coach

The Park School of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 400 - 4,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The Park School of Baltimore is seeking a part-time Middle School Cross Country Coach (Head/Asst) for Fall 2026. The role involves about 10 hours per week coaching the team, promoting the school's progressive philosophy, and mentoring students through practices and meets.

Qualifications include high school or collegiate coaching experience, ability to motivate diverse abilities, and reliable attendance. This is a non-sectarian independent day school supporting a respectful, curious learning

Qualifications

• Coaching and running experience at the high school and/or collegiate level preferred.
• Ability to work with and motivate students of all skill levels.
• Punctual at practices and meets.
• Consistent attendance at practices and meets.
• Desire and ability to support the vision and goals of the program.

Responsibilities

• Supporting school policies, including sportsmanship and integrity.
• Maintaining the school's progressive philosophy throughout the season.
• Developing and teaching programmatic systems within the cross country program.
• Working with Athletic Trainer in case of injury.
• Planning and managing practices.
• Traveling to/from away games and off-campus practices.
• Serving as mentor and role model to current students.
• Attending preseason meetings and department orientations.

Skills

Coaching experience

Motivate students

Punctual

Attendance

Job description

/ Employment / Middle School Cross Country Coach

Middle School Cross Country Coach (Head/Asst)

Fall 2026

THE POSITION

The Park School Athletic Department is seeking candidates for a part-time coaching position working with the Middle School Cross Country team (approximately 10 hrs/week).

Devoted to intellectual inquiry, a collaborative spirit of learning, and an appreciation for the diversity of human experience, The Park School of Baltimore is a community founded on positive expectations of our students and respect for individual differences.

We cultivate children's innate curiosity by nurturing their interests and engaging them as active participants in their own education.

We support young people in becoming confident questioners and responsible citizens of the world.

The Park School is a non-sectarian, independent, gender inclusive day school of 803 students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. Founded in 1912 as one of the early progressive schools, The Park School continues to practice a distinct educational philosophy. The core values today, as in 1912, are a belief in children's capacity to love learning, to grow academically and emotionally when inspired by highly qualified, caring teachers, and to develop self-discipline, confidence, and creative problem-solving skills through deep exploration and constant challenge. At every grade level, from Pre-Kindergarten through Upper School, Park actively encourages questioning and conversation as essential elements of the learning process. The school philosophy emphasizes a belief in positive expectations and expects that students, as they mature, will take increasing responsibility for their own learning.

Requirements

• Coaching and running experience at the high school and/or collegiate level (preferred)
• Ability to work with and motivate students of all skill levels
• Punctuality at practices and meets
• Consistent attendance at practices and meets
• Detailed understanding of the principles of a developmental program
• Desire and ability to support the vision and goals of the program

Responsibilities

• Supporting school policies, including but not limited to: sportsmanship, integrity, accountability, dedication, and effort
• Maintaining the school’s progressive philosophy throughout the season
• Developing and teaching programmatic systems consistent within the entire cross country program
• Working in association with Athletic Trainer in event of injury
• Planning and managing practices
• Traveling to/from away games with team
• Traveling to/from off-campus practice with team (if applicable)
• Serving as mentor and role model to current students
• Attending parent-coaches preseason meetings and all department orientations/meetings
• Maintaining and exemplifying appropriate conduct towards officials, opposing coaches, and players

Compensation And Benefits

At Park, coaching stipends are determined by the sport, competitive level, coaching role, and individual experience. Some positions welcome those new to coaching, while others seek candidates with extensive expertise. Our stipend range is from $400-$4,500, with final amounts based on your background and the responsibilities of the position.

An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to all employees. No additional benefits are associated with this position other than those required by law.

The Park School of Baltimore does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, ancestry, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or any physical or mental disability unrelated to a reasonable performance of an employee’s duties.