Cross Country Coach – Middle School

Responsibilities:

• To develop, promote and supervise all facets of the middle school Cross Country program.
• Promote a positive academic environment and encourage all athletes to strive for academic excellence.
• Prepare and execute practice, games plans and strategies designed to bring success to the program.
• Provide moral support and encouragement to students/athletes.
• Establish and maintain community contacts, which enhance the success of the program.
• Maintain and control the use of uniforms and equipment.
• Assist with the design and implement conditioning programs, in and out of season, for student/athletes.
• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with the media.
• Develop a communication protocol, which keeps both parents and student/athletes aware of program status.
• Establish and execute an awards program to recognize team and individual performance excellence.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Have updated first aid and CPR training (highly desirable).
• Prior Athletics Coaching experience( preferred).