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Girard College is looking for candidates for the position of Assistant Boys and Girls Track and Field Coach. The coach is responsible for assisting in the teaching and training of Girard College male and female high school students, the sport of track and field at the varsity level. He/she must also create and/or support a high energy and positive team culture that reflects the mission statement school. The applicant must have knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of track and field.

Job Goal:

Within the framework of the entire athletic program, the Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in leading the ongoing development and improvement of his or her sport through coordinating, planning, evaluation, and implementation of programs. All coaches have the responsibility of overseeing the program in the best interest of Girard College by adhering to the policies and regulation of the Penn-Jersey Athletic Association (P.J.A.A), the Pennsylvania Independent Schools Athletic Association (P.A.I.S.A.A.), as well as the practices and procedures of the school administration.

Required Skills:

• Assisting the head coach in organizing practice plans, and strategies for opponents.
• Responsible for player development for varsity team members.
• Assisting with monitoring the student-athlete’s academic progress and performance.
• Recruit academically and athletically qualified student-athletes for admission into the high school.
• Running skill-building drills for practice to emphasize the fundamentals of track and field.
• Implementing the practice plans designed by the head coach.
• Be able to motivate, teach and enforce sportsmanship.
• Be able to effectively communicate team rules to players and families.
• Be able to always model sportsmanship.
• Maintain appropriate conduct toward students, officials, and spectators.
• Exhibits non-discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Be able to work in an educational environment and maintain a relationship with school administrators, teachers, parents, and students.
• He/she must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time, and possibly work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Be able to lift at least 50 pounds.

Required Duties:

• Responsible for cleaning, storage, and care of team equipment.
• Responsible for team well-being during practice and games.
• Distribute equipment, supplies and uniforms to the players before the season. Also, collect all uniforms and equipment at the end of the season.
• Assist in transporting the team to games when necessary.
• Keep athletes safe and healthy.
• Follow the care plan of the Athletic Trainer for injured student-athletes.
• Attend staff meetings when called by the Athletic Director.

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree is required and minimum of three years of coaching experience on the high school, collegiate level, and/or professional coaching experience or other related experience. The candidate must have completed the PIAA coaching education requirements at the time of hire. The candidate must possess outstanding interpersonal skills and a willingness to work with student-athletes, administration, faculty, and staff. The candidate must demonstrate interest in and an aptitude for performing all tasks listed.

Job Type:

Seasonal, stipend pay with no benefits.

Required experience:

1 to 3 years of coaching experience preferred.

References:

Please provide three (3) references from any previous employers as it relates to coaching cross country/track and field.