Assistant Cross Country Coach 26/27 SY

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SUMMARY OF OPPORTUNITY:

The Assistant Cross Country Coach is responsible for assisting the head Cross Country coach with all coaching related activities, developing and sustaining a successful program with a strong emphasis in skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, developing character with a high degree of discipline. Additionally, the Assistant coach is responsible for monitoring the academic progress of their student‑athletes, engagement in community service activities, promoting the program throughout the community and through social media, and the overall program management during the calendar year. The Assistant Cross‑Country Coach will be expected to help develop relationships with IPS feeder schools to enhance skill development and provide guidance at the younger levels with a strong emphasis on increasing athletic participation throughout the IPS pipeline. It is imperative that the successful candidate demonstrates a strong work ethic, organizational skills and the ability to produce results. The Assistant Coach will report to the Head Coach and performance will be evaluated by the Head Coach and Athletic Director based upon this job description.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Follow and maintain knowledge of all IPS and IHSAA rules regulation and guidelines governing the sport of Cross Country. Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and technique necessary for individual and team development. Assist the head coach with planning, organizing, advertising, and conducting tryouts for the sport. Assist the head coach with developing training programs and practice schedules. Assist the head coach with putting student athletes in position to be successful and contribute to the team success.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING: SKILLS AND MINDSETS:

Work experience as a player and/or coach: 4 years minimum experience required and evidence of playing and coaching experience in gymnastics or cheerleading. Experience and knowledge of event coordination including transportation, facilities, budgeting, and outreach. Demonstration of respect for students and making their success a top priority within a supportive, caring and stimulating environment. An open, transparent, and communicative leadership style that will enable him or her to relate well to a wide spectrum of constituencies including parents, students and staff. Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written, including the ability to communicate with a diverse. Ability to recruit, retain, train and motivate scholars and assistant coaches. Capacity to develop long‑term plans for the program, equipment and facilities. Assign high importance to teamwork, communication and the building of relationships with all members of the school community. EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS: Prior Cross Country or distance running coaching experience preferred, assistant high school coaching experience preferred. Candidate must be familiar with Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) and National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) rules concerning the sport of Soccer. IHSAA and NFHS Coaching Certification preferred (this can be completed after the hire). First Aid and CPR certified as well as knowledge and understanding of the concussion protocol. Ability to motivate, teach and recruit qualified student‑athletes. Ability to foster positive human relationships and to work effectively with students, staff, parents and the community. The assistant coach must exhibit high standards of professional ethics and conduct.

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR REMOTE WORK:

Not eligible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Indianapolis Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, will not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, homelessness or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Indianapolis Public Schools does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias‑based intimidation, threat, or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

DISCLAIMER:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the above representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This job description is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive list of all essential functions and duties performed by the occupant of this position. Factors such as regular and punctual attendance are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. #J-18808-Ljbffr ReNEW Schools