Track & Field Head Coach – Boys & Girls

Catholic Diocese of Rockford; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Diocese of Rockford is seeking a Boys & Girls Track Head Coach to lead a competitive, faith-centered cross country program, plan practices, supervise meets, and develop training that promotes student-athlete growth and sportsmanship within IHSA regulations. The coach must embody the values of the school and serve as a positive role model.

The coach is expected to be available in afternoons, evenings, and weekends to support a demanding high school schedule, build positive relationships

Qualifications

• Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Knowledge of the technical aspects of track and field, with openness to new theories.
• Acts as a positive role model for student athletes.
• Position does not include benefits.

Responsibilities

• Organizes preseason meetings with parents, coaches, players, and guests.
• Promotes the sport within the school through recruiting athletes.
• Maintains good public relations with local media, booster clubs, parents, officials, volunteers, and fans.
• Be available for after-school practices and events.
• Supervises competitions and develops training programs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Sports program mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Catholic Diocese of Rockford is seeking a Boys & Girls Track Head Coach to lead a competitive, faith-centered cross country program, plan practices, supervise meets, and develop training that promotes student-athlete growth and sportsmanship within IHSA regulations. The coach must embody the values of the school and serve as a positive role model.

The coach is expected to be available in afternoons, evenings, and weekends to support a demanding high school schedule, build positive relationships