Mabton School District Mabton , MA 01036
Posted 1 week ago
Mabton High School Head Cross Country Coach
Primary Function:
A High School Head Cross Country Coach has the responsibility to help students develop skills and knowledge with the district's athletic handbook and goals that will contribute to the students' development as mature, able and responsible adults. Head High School Cross Country Coaches are responsible for maintaining a safe environment on and off campus. They are responsible for maintaining records of students and equipment. Commitment to uphold policies and expectations of the school district.
Directly Responsible To: Athletic Director and School Administration
Description of Responsibilities:
Serve as a positive role model to the athletes and parents
Teach Cross Country techniques, rules, strategies and tactics
Condition athletes appropriately for activities requiring endurance, strength and agility
Preside over team activities including all scheduled team practices and games
Teach sportsmanship, cooperation, work ethic and responsibility to one's team
Monitor athletes personal conduct during games
Manage equipment and playing facilities in a responsible manner
Performs related duties as required
Hold a valid first aid/CPR/AED card, comply with Mabton School District policy and procedures
Demonstrated working knowledge of the above-mentioned sport
Demonstrated interest in and ability to work well with multicultural High School students, staff and community
Promote the sport within WIAA guidelines and complete all required WIAA Coaches Clinics and
Inventory, selection, care, maintenance of equipment and play surfaces
Perform such other related duties as may be assigned by the Athletic Director and School Administration
Cultural Competency; ability to effectively work with diverse populations
Other functions:
Follow oral and written instructions
Work cooperatively with other
Be neat, orderly and honest
Work weekdays, practice after school
Interpret policies and procedures
Travel with teams for matches during the week
Work with people of all ages
On a continuous basis, work outdoors; intermittently travel to various off-site locations; may be exposed to dust, noise, hard surfaces, and may be exposed to varying temperature conditions while performing work
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to work well with children of various ages; basic knowledge of Cross Country
Willingness to learn and follow District rules and guidelines regarding youth sports
Prior head coaching experience is helpful, but not required
Education/experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying
Previous experience in coaching children in some type of sport
Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful coaching performance
Minimum Qualifications:
Completion of high school diploma or GED
Must be 21 years of age or older
Complete Washington State Patrol Criminal History background check
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
MENTAL DEMANDS
Required to deal with a wide range of student, staff and public behaviors and needs in a positive and service-oriented manner.
May occasionally deal with distraught or difficult students or parents.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical capabilities require lifting and carrying, pushing and/or pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, and significant finger dexterity.
Generally the job requires approximately 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing.
Maintaining good hygiene is essential.
CONDITIONS:
The preceding list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplanted as necessary.
District employees, other than personnel in the District's Employment Services Department are not authorized to make promises of employment, promises of employment for a particular period of time, or promises of a particular level of compensation or benefits to job applicants for certified or classified positions. Any verbal or written statements to that effect by District employees other than Employment services personnel are null and void.
Mabton School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained guide dog or service animal. Mabton School District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and other designated youth groups. Questions and complaints of alleged discrimination should be addressed to the following designated employee: Title IX, Sec. 504 Coordinator, and Civil Rights Compliance Officer - Teresa Davison; 306 North Main Street, PO BOX 37, Mabton, WA 98935.
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