Track and Field Program Director/Head Varsity Coach

Iwacc; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Iwacc in Corpus Christi is seeking a Track and Field Program Director/Head Varsity Coach to enhance the Academy's track and field program. The director will oversee its development across elementary, middle, and high school levels, ensuring competitive excellence and fostering values aligned with Catholic education.

This role requires year-round leadership, impacting athlete development, coaching staff mentorship, and securing strong community engagement. A Bachelor's degree and preferred coaching experience are essential. Join us in shaping our student-athletes' journey!

Qualifications

• Previous collegiate or high school head coaching experience preferred.
• Experience in program development and leadership strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the sports program across all school levels.
• Design and lead structured practices focused on skill development.
• Mentor athletes in academic discipline and personal responsibility.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of track and field systems and athlete development

Strong leadership

Communication

Organizational ability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Track and Field Program Director/Head Varsity Coach

Job Title: Track and Field Program Director / Head Varsity Coach

Supervisor: Athletic Director

Summary: Incarnate Word Academy has a longstanding tradition of preparing young men and women for success in college, leadership, and life. The Campus Director of Track and Field serves as the architect and leader of the Academy’s track and field program, overseeing its development across all levels of the school while serving as the Head Varsity Coach.

This role is responsible for establishing a comprehensive track and field program that reflects the mission of Catholic education while pursuing competitive excellence within TAPPS athletics. The Director develops and implements a vertically aligned program structure that emphasizes skill development, leadership formation, and disciplined preparation, and character growth.

The position requires year‑round program leadership including athlete development, coaching staff mentorship, program culture development, and community engagement. The Director ensures that the track and field program consistently prepares student athletes to compete at a high level while cultivating the habits of integrity, accountability, teamwork, and servant leadership that define Incarnate Word Academy.

Program Director Responsibilities

• Campus Wide Program Leadership
  • Serves as the Campus Director of Track and Field, providing strategic leadership for the sports across elementary, middle and high school levels.
  • Establish a unified program philosophy, terminology, and style of play across all girls basketball teams.
  • Collaborate with elementary and middle school coaches to ensure continuity in player development and program culture.
  • Build and maintain a sustainable pipeline of athletes prepared for varsity competition.
• Varsity Program Leadership
  • Serve as the Head Varsity Track and Field responsible for the preparation, development, and performance of the varsity program.
  • Design and lead structured practices focused on advanced skill development, team systems, and competitive execution.
  • Prepare the team to compete for success within TAPPS district and state competition.
  • Utilize film study, analytics, and opponent scouting to enhance competitive preparation.

Athlete Development

• Implement a year‑round player development system focused on:
  • Fundamental skill mastery
  • Strength and conditioning coordination
  • Track and Field IQ
  • Leadership development
• Provide individual development plans and performance feedback for student athletes.
• Mentor athletes in academic discipline, character formation, and personal responsibility.

Coaching Staff Leadership

• Recruit, train, and mentor assistant coaches across the track and field program.
• Provide professional development opportunities and coaching education.
• Establish clear standards for coaching conduct, athlete development, and program culture.
• Conduct periodic staff evaluations in collaboration with the Athletic Director.

Program Growth and Community Engagement

• Develop youth camps, clinics, and outreach initiatives that strengthen the long term growth of track and field at Incarnate Word Academy.
• Lead team participation in community service initiatives aligned with the school’s Catholic mission.
• Build strong relationships with parents, alumni, and the broader school community.
• Promote the program in a way that enhances school spirit and student participation.

Operations and Compliance

• Ensure that the program operates in full compliance with TAPPS regulations and school policies.
• Coordinate scheduling, transportation, equipment, and facilities with the Athletic Department.
• Maintain all program documentation including eligibility, rosters, and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree required

Experience:

• Previous collegiate, or high school head coaching experience preferred
• Experience in program development and leadership strongly preferred

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of track and field systems and athlete development
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational ability
• Commitment to Catholic education and the mission of Incarnate Word Academy