Middle School Cross Country Coach

Pleasant Hill R-III School District; United States; Sur place; USD 15 000 - 21 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

A local school district is seeking a Middle School Cross Country Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. This role involves coaching athletes, planning practices, and ensuring effective communication with students and parents. The ideal candidate will have prior coaching experience and a commitment to maintaining high professional standards. Interested individuals should apply online and submit three letters of reference. This coaching position reflects the district's emphasis on integrity and excellence in education.

Qualifications

• Candidates must maintain a high level of professionalism and integrity within the program.
• Experience in coaching cross country or Track & Field is required.
• Proficiency in instructional methods for competitive running is expected.
• Preferred educator within the Pleasant Hill School District.
• Meet MSHSAA Assistant Coaching requirements as per handbook.
• Substitute teaching certification and 60 college credits completed.

Responsabilités

• Coach middle school cross country and assist all athletes within the program.
• Plan and organize practices efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with students/athletes and parents.
• Prepare middle school cross country events at home and away.
• Attend off-season workouts, camps and activities as needed.
• Communicate progress and needs to students and parents.

Connaissances

Coaching experience in cross country or Track & Field

Proficiency in competitive running instruction

Professionalism and integrity as an educational leader

Communication with students and staff

Formation

Certification as a substitute teacher

60 credit hours from an accredited institution

Description du poste

Position

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching
• Date Posted: 3/16/2026
• Location: Pleasant Hill Middle School

Overview

The Pleasant Hill School District is currently seeking applicants for the position of Middle School Cross Country Coach for the 2026-2027 School Year.

Deadline for applications: Open until filled.

Coaching Description

Pleasant Hill Middle School is seeking candidates for the position of Cross Country Coach for the 2026 season.

Qualifications

• Present and maintain a high level of professionalism as an educational leader and assistant coach while demonstrating an exemplary level of integrity within the program.
• Have cross country or Track & Field coaching experience.
• Be proficient in methods of instruction involving competitive running skills.
• Be an educator within the Pleasant Hill School District - preferred.
• Meet MSHSAA Assistant Coaching Requirements according to the guidelines presented in the MSHSAA handbook (sec 3.1).
• Be certified as a substitute teacher and must have completed 60 credit hours from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities / Duties

• Coaching middle school cross country, assisting all athletes within the program.
• Assist in program events and practices, including high school and middle school home events.
• Assist in planning, organizing and operating efficient practices.
• Assist with the preparation of middle school cross country events (home & away).
• Attend and assist off-season workouts, camps and activities as deemed necessary.
• Effectively communicate with students/athletes regarding their progress, performance and critical needs to improve.
• Effectively communicate with parents.

Length of Contract

2026 Middle School Cross Country Season.

How to Apply

Apply online at www.phr3.org and submit three letters of professional reference. Associated teaching positions vary at this time.

EEO Statement

The Pleasant Hill R-III School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, disability or age.