Middle School XC Assistant Coach — Build Talent & Team

Bigelow Middle School; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools Bigelow Middle School in Newton, Massachusetts seeks an Assistant Coach for Cross Country to help develop athletes’ skills, strategy and fitness while promoting moral values, pride, discipline and service to others. The role requires coordinating practices, working with staff and parents, and maintaining a safe environment for student athletes.

A Bachelor’s degree and CPR certification, coaching experience, and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Previous successful coaching experience is required.
• Ability to organize and supervise all levels of a sport program.
• Commitment to professional growth.
• Ability to accept responsibilities outside the team as they relate to the school and community.
• Ability to handle multiple, varying and complex issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complies with school and MIAA policies and regulations.
• Works cooperatively with the school staff.
• Relates positively to parents and other community representatives.
• Completes required records and reports with promptness and accuracy.
• Assumes responsibility for care of equipment and facilities.
• Assumes responsibility for a safe environment for student athletes.
• Models positive behaviors, especially with regard to sportsmanship and alcohol, tobacco and drug rules.
• Delegates staff assignments to assistant coaches.
• Develops and organizes practice program.
• Evaluates assistant coaches and playing personnel.
• Plans and develops game responsibilities.
• Conducts and analyzes scouting reports.
• Assists student athletes in college advancement.
• Maintains and inventories all equipment and supplies.
• Acts as liaison to staff, administration, general public, and local news media.
• Responsible for implementing 'other job related duties' as needed.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Coaching and leadership

Organizational skills

Team program oversight

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPR certification

Job description

Newton Public Schools Bigelow Middle School in Newton, Massachusetts seeks an Assistant Coach for Cross Country to help develop athletes’ skills, strategy and fitness while promoting moral values, pride, discipline and service to others. The role requires coordinating practices, working with staff and parents, and maintaining a safe environment for student athletes.

A Bachelor’s degree and CPR certification, coaching experience, and strong communication are required.