Cross Country Coach

Cross Country Coach JobID: 1369 Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching Date Posted: 7/14/2026 Location: North Posey Junior High School Date Available: Fall Sport Closing Date: Until Filled Additional Information: Show/Hide Head Coach Reports To: Building Principal Employment Factors: Extracurricular Coaching Fall Sport Annual Stipend - $1,500.00 Position Requirements: Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience in coaching in assigned sport Excellent Communication and Team Skills Strong Organizational Skills Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field. Nature of Work To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc. General The success of athletic programs has a strong influence on the community's image of the entire School District. The public exposure is a considerable responsibility and community/parent pressure for winning performance is taxing, but must not override the objectives of good sportsmanship and good mental health. The position includes other unusual aspect such as extended time, risk injury factor and due process predicaments. It is the express intent of this job description to give sufficient guidance to function. In cases not specifically covered, it shall be assumed that a coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment. Essential Job Functions Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies approved by the MSD of North Posey County School Board of Education, as well as IHSAA, and is responsible for their implementation by the entire staff of the sports program. Has knowledge of existing system, state and league regulations; implements same consistently and interprets them for staff. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels. Is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance. Established the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques to be taught by staff. Designs conferences, clinics and staff meetings to insure staff awareness of overall program. Trains and informs staff, encourages professional growth by encouraging clinic attendance according to local clinic policy. Delegates specific duties, supervises implementation and, at season's end, analyzes staff effectiveness and evaluates all assistants. Maintains discipline, adjusts grievances and works to increase morale and cooperation. Performs such other duties which may be assigned by the athletic director/principal. Assists the athletic director in scheduling, providing transportation and requirements for tournament and special sport events. Assists in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and school employees. Provides documentation to fulfill state and system requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent and eligibility. Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment sites. Advises the athletic director and recommends policy, method or procedural changes. Serves as a mentor to each athlete to promote the development and demonstration in student athletes the character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. Gives constant attention to a student athlete's grades and conduct. By his/her presence at all practices games and while traveling, provides assistance, guidance and safeguards for each participant. Provi…