MS Assistant Track Coach

Durham Academy, Incorporated; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Durham Academy invites applications for a part-time Middle School Track and Field Assistant Coach specializing in field events. The role involves teaching, coaching, and mentoring 30+ Middle School athletes and reporting to the Head Coach.

This position requires experience as a field event athlete at high school or college level, a passion for track and field, and the ability to develop workouts for varied skill levels.

Qualifications

• Experience competing as a field event athlete at the high school or college level.
• Passion for the sport of track & field, especially the field events.
• Must be able to develop and implement workouts appropriate for varying skill levels.
• Ability to communicate and work well with other coaches, parents, and student-athletes.
• Enjoy helping student-athletes reach their potential.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Attend practices and meets.

Responsibilities

• Teaching, coaching, and mentoring 30+ Middle School athletes. Will report directly to the Head Coach.
• Practice times Monday through Friday, 3:30 to 5 pm.

Skills

Field events athlete

Coaching/workouts

Communication with coaches/parents/ath

Mentoring student-athletes

Driving license

Practice attendance

Job description

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Seasonal Durham, NC, US

MIDDLE SCHOOL TRACK AND FIELD ASSISTANT COACH - FIELD EVENTS

Durham Academy is accepting applications for part-time varsity assistant Middle School track coach with a specialization in field events

Position : Teaching, coaching, and mentoring 30+ Middle School athletes. Will report directly to the Head Coach.

Qualifications:

• Experience competing as a field event athlete at the high school or college level.
• Passion for the sport of track & field, especially the field events.
• Must be able to develop and implement workouts appropriate for varying skill levels.
• Ability to communicate and work well with other coaches, parents, and student-athletes.
• Enjoy helping student-athletes reach their potential.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Attend practices and meets.

When:

• Practice times Monday through Friday, 3:30 to 5 pm

DA Employees

Are culturally competent and believe in the central importance of diversity and equity in the life of a school community.

Can work independently with minimal supervision and routinely prioritize multiple tasks.

Have the ability to work in complex environments with a high degree of organizational effectiveness and attention to detail.

Are personable, collaborative and able to develop rapport quickly with a variety of individuals.

Use technology thoughtfully and creatively.

Innovate and experiment to find novel and efficient ways to complete tasks and solve problems.

Our School

Founded in 1933, Durham Academy is an all-gender, independent day school with 1,273 students in Pre-kindergarten through grade 12 on three campuses. The purpose of a Durham Academy education is to prepare each student to live a moral, happy and productive life . DA’s Strategic Vision commits to preparing students for life, meeting the needs of our learners and innovating more boldly, with a foundation broadening and deepening our work with diversity, equity and engagement. Our DA is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). Durham Academy is a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC) and the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).

Diversity, Equity and Engagement Mission Statement Diversity enlivens, improves and enriches the intellectual and social environment of an academic community and encompasses all aspects of humanity including racial identity, sex, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, ability, age and gender identity. We are committed to an ongoing process to increase the diversity of our community and to implement policies, programs and practices under which all members of our community feel welcomed, empowered, responsible and safe. Amidst our diversity we stand united in the pursuit of academic excellence and development of individual capabilities. Find out more about DA’s commitment to diversity, equity and engagement here .

(Adopted by the Durham Academy Board of Trustees in 2004 and updated in 2008)

Our Employment Policy

Durham Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national or ethnic origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

These positions will remain open until filled.