Track & Field - Assistant Coach

Catholic Diocese of Rockford; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Pension

Vacation & Holidays

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Personal Time Off

Job summary

Marian Central Catholic in Woodstock seeks an Assistant Track & Field Coach to support daily practice planning and athlete development for distance runners. You will assist with meet preparation, supervision, and student-athlete motivation while promoting teamwork and sportsmanship.

The role offers mentorship under the current head coach, with a clear path to lead both Track & Field and Cross Country programs in the following school year, and foster growth in character and leadership among

Qualifications

• Previous track and field or cross-country coaching experience, particularly with distance events. Knowledge of training principles, athlete development, and injury prevention.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with high school student-athletes.
• Availability for weekday practices and all scheduled meets.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and leading daily practices.
• Provide instruction, motivation, and supervision to student-athletes.
• Support the development of distance runners and other event groups as needed.
• Help coordinate meet preparation, athlete entries, equipment, and team logistics.
• Promote sportsmanship, academic responsibility, teamwork, and personal growth.
• Learn the administrative and leadership responsibilities necessary to manage both the Track & Field and Cross Country programs.

Skills

Coaching experience

Distance running knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Availability on weekdays

Job description

Description

Posting Date: September 10, 2026

Position Available: Track – Assistant Coach

__X__Salaried Role Pay Range: $1,900-$3,700 depending on experience

_____Hourly Role Pay Range: ________________________________________

Classification: ________Full Time _____X____ Part Time

Application Period: ________Until filled_________________________________

Benefits
Overview: See https://www.rockforddiocese.org/pdfs/accounting/Summary-of-Benefits.pdf

Provided to eligible full-time employees ONLY: Health Insurance, Pension, Vacation, Sick and Personal Days, Holidays

Provided to eligible full-time AND part-time employees: 403(b) Retirement Plan, Paid Personal time off

Marian Central Catholic is seeking a motivated and dependable individual to serve as the Assistant Head Track & Field Coach. Distance coaching experience is preferred but not required.

The upcoming season will be the current head coach’s final year. The selected candidate will work closely with and learn from the current head coach, with the expectation of transitioning into the Head Coach role for both the Track & Field and Cross Country programs the following school year.

Schedule

Practices are held Monday through Friday from 3:00–5:00 p.m.

Attendance at all scheduled meets is required.

Some meets and program activities may take place on weekends.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and leading daily practices.

Provide instruction, motivation, and supervision to student-athletes.

• Support the development of distance runners and other event groups as needed.
• Help coordinate meet preparation, athlete entries, equipment, and team logistics.
• Promote sportsmanship, academic responsibility, teamwork, and personal growth.
• Learn the administrative and leadership responsibilities necessary to manage both the Track & Field and Cross Country programs.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous track and field or cross-country coaching experience, particularly with distance events. Knowledge of training principles, athlete development, and injury prevention.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with high school student-athletes.
• Availability for weekday practices and all scheduled meets.

Above all, we are looking for someone who demonstrates strong character, integrity, passion, dependability, and a genuine commitment to student-athletes. A willingness to learn and grow in the role may compensate for deficiencies in prior coaching experience.This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring head coach to receive mentorship, gain hands‑on leadership experience, and prepare to guide both programs beginning the following school year.

Marian Central Catholic is seeking a dependable and enthusiastic individual to serve as an Assistant Track & Field Coach. Previous coaching or competitive experience, particularly with distance events, is preferred but not required.

The ideal candidate will be punctual, reliable, willing to learn, and passionate about supporting student-athletes. Strong character, integrity, and commitment to the team are more important than extensive coaching experience.

Schedule

• Practices are held Monday through Friday from 3:00–5:00 p.m. Attendance at all scheduled meets is expected.
• Some meets and team activities may take place on weekends.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and leading daily practices.

Provide instruction, encouragement, and supervision to student-athletes.

• Support the development of distance runners and assist with other event groups as needed.
• Help with meet preparation, equipment, athlete supervision, and team logistics.
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, academic responsibility, and personal growth.
• Maintain professional communication with athletes, families, school staff, and other coaches.
• Follow all school, athletic department, and governing-body policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous track and field, cross-country, or distance-running experience.
• Prior coaching or experience working with high school students.
• Basic knowledge of training principles, athlete development, and injury prevention.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Availability for weekday practices and all scheduled meets.

Coaching experience is preferred, but it is not the most important qualification. We are especially interested in candidates who are dependable, arrive on time, have a willingness to learn, demonstrate strong character and integrity, and possess a genuine passion for track and field.