Spring Track and Field Assistant Coach

Cooperstown Central School District; Village of Cooperstown (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooperstown Central School District in Cooperstown, NY seeks a Track & Field Coach to lead daily practices, develop athletes, and help prepare for meets. You will monitor progress, promote sportsmanship, ensure safety, manage equipment, support recruitment, and collaborate with parents and administrators while upholding NYSPHSAA policies.

In this role you will coordinate with school staff, oversee conditioning and events, and mentor student-athletes toward athletic and academic success.

Qualifications

• Must meet New York State coaching certification requirements, including First Aid, CPR, and Concussion Management training.
• Ability to plan and conduct daily practices focusing on technique, endurance, and strength.
• Monitor athlete progress and provide individualized coaching for skill development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching & athlete development for daily practices and meet preparation.
• Create competition strategies and promote sportsmanship and teamwork among student-athletes.
• Assist with meet logistics, equipment inventory, travel arrangements, and recruitment efforts.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and school administration; monitor athletic academics.

Skills

Coaching

Athlete development

Program administration

Communication

Education

New York State coaching certification

First Aid, CPR, Concussion Management training

Job description

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
  
• Date Posted:
  9/17/2026
  
• Location:
  Cooperstown Jr Sr High School
  

Cooperstown Central School (CCS) offers a comprehensive athletic program, competing in Section III's Center State Conference. The school emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth among its student-athletes.
Key Responsibilities:

Coaching & Athlete Development:

• Assist in planning and conducting daily practices focusing on technique, endurance, and strength training.
• Provide specialized coaching for sprints, distance, hurdles, jumps, throws, or other track and field events based on expertise.
• Teach proper warm-up, stretching, and injury prevention techniques.
• Monitor athlete progress and provide individualized coaching for skill development.
• Help develop competition strategies and prepare athletes for meets.
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth among student-athletes.

Program Support & Administration:

• Assist with meet preparation, including logistics, entries, and travel arrangements.
• Ensure compliance with NYSPHSAA (New York State Public High School Athletic Association) and school athletic policies.
• Help maintain and inventory equipment such as hurdles, starting blocks, and throwing implements.
• Support recruitment efforts to encourage student participation in track and field.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor for student-athletes.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and school administration.
• Assist in monitoring student-athletes’ academic progress and encourage academic success.

Qualifications:

• Must meet New York State coaching certification requirements, including First Aid, CPR, and Concussion Management training.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level.
• USATF (USA Track & Field) coaching certification or NFHS coaching certification.
• Experience in strength and conditioning programs for athletes.