Assistant Cross Country Coach

2026-2027 Assistant Coach, Cross Country – Wilson’s Creek Intermediate School (Multiple Openings) Springfield Public Schools, Wilson’s Creek Intermediate – Battlefield, Missouri Job Details Job ID: 5730574 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026 Job Description Job Title: Assistant Coach, Middle School Cross Country Reports to: Site Athletic Director Work Schedule/FLSA Status: Seasonal, Non-Exempt Salary: Extra-curricular Stipend Group K Purpose Statement: The Springfield, Missouri Public School District seeks a qualified Assistant Coach to assist in designing and implementing the athletic program for Cross Country, supervising coaching personnel and student athletes, providing instructional techniques, serving as a positive role model, and acting as a liaison among schools, the community, and additional organizations. Essential Functions: Analyzes opposition strategies to develop game plans. Assesses student athlete performance and provides feedback. Attends meetings, workshops, and conferences to receive and convey information. Assists with support activities such as parent orientations, recognition events, and banquets. Develops team and individual practice regimens (strength, speed, agility, nutrition, injury prevention). Creates game strategies and plans. Evaluates facilities for hazards and recommends improvements. Identifies program needs and recommends expenditures. Manages appropriate use of program funding. Implements practice schedules and related events. Instructs students in athletic skills and teamwork. Maintains records of statistics, insurance, permissions, schedules, inventory. Monitors student academic eligibility and provides intervention when needed. Oversees student managers and volunteers. Serves as liaison at athletic functions. Supervises student athletes during competition, travel, meetings, and practices. Supports college recruiting assistance. Employee Punctuality and Appearance: Employees must work all scheduled hours unless approved leave is granted. Any deviation requires prior approval. Employees must be appropriately dressed and present a positive image of the district. Other Functions: Performs other related duties as assigned by the head coach. Job Requirements (Minimum Qualifications): Knowledge: Basic math, technical information interpretation, writing and speaking, analysis; community support organizations, equipment, injury prevention, laws & regulations, eligibility, public relations, safety practices. Skills: Adapt to changing priorities, first aid, legal compliance, coordination, communication, financial oversight. Ability: Scheduling, data handling, flexibility, problem solving, leadership, confidentiality, teamwork, travel, extended hours. Responsibility: Work under limited supervision using standardized practices and resources from other units. Experience: Job related experience with increasing responsibility. Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred; at least 60 college hours required. Miscellaneous Requirements: Successful background clearance. Work Environment & Physical Requirements: Occasional lifting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching; 10% sitting, 45% walking, 45% standing; temperature extremes, risk of injury. Position Type: Temporary Salary: $2,420 to $5,500 stipend Job Categories Athletics & Activities > Coaching Contact Information Springfield Public Schools R-12, Human Resources Department 1359 E. Saint Louis St. Springfield, Missouri 65802 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr