Youth Cross Country Coach — Build Endurance & Confidence

Impact Kids; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact Kids is seeking a dynamic Cross Country Coach to lead running programs for children ages 4 to 14. You will provide running-specific coaching, build endurance, and model safety and fun in outdoor settings on school grounds.

The role requires at least 2 years of youth-related experience, the ability to give constructive feedback, and a current CPR/First Aid certification. A fingerprint Live Scan and background clearance are required to protect our students.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children.
• Cross country, track, or youth running coaching experience required.
• Fingerprint Live Scan and background clearance required.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily running and cross country instruction/coaching to students aged 4–14.
• Teach proper running form, warm-ups, stretching, pacing, and breathing.
• Lead age-appropriate workouts, running games, relays, and time trials.
• Observe progress, provide feedback, and track personal bests.

Skills

Coaching youth

Running knowledge

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Impact Kids is seeking a dynamic Cross Country Coach to lead running programs for children ages 4 to 14. You will provide running-specific coaching, build endurance, and model safety and fun in outdoor settings on school grounds.

The role requires at least 2 years of youth-related experience, the ability to give constructive feedback, and a current CPR/First Aid certification. A fingerprint Live Scan and background clearance are required to protect our students.