Athletic Coach – High School Cross Country – Head Coach

The Head Coach, in collaboration with athletic director, is responsible for the overall administration of the high school cross country program. Responsible for all aspects, including discipling and mentoring student-athletes, parent relations, scheduling, travel, and budget. The head coach is expected to lead a program that reflects the highest standards of conduct and CAK’s core values.

Responsibilities:

• Provide appropriate training, discipline, and coaching that leads to a highly competitive program; evaluate individual student athletes and develop a coaching plan that takes student-athletes to their full potential.
• Work closely with high school, and middle school coaches to build program and develop coaching plans.
• Develop individual and team skills through well planned training and positive reinforcement.
• Communicate proactively with student-athletes and parents/guardians as appropriate regarding expectations, camps, practices, and game schedules.
• Supervise student-athletes before and after practices / games.
• Supervise all areas of participation including but not limited to gyms, fields, arenas, theater, locker or dressing rooms, buses, etc.
• Issue equipment and uniforms to student athletes, ensuring all equipment is maintained properly and uniforms are returned.
• Attend all games (both home and away) continuing through the conclusion of any post-season tournament(s).
• Set up facilities in preparation for practice, games, and events.

Qualifications:

• Ability to exercise discretion and utmost professionalism in confidential and sensitive student/family matters.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• CPR, AED, First Aid certification.