Head Middle School Cross Country Coach

A COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED.

Required Qualifications

● Sport specific participation

● Coaching experience preferred

● CAP Level 1 completion preferred

● CPR / AED required or must obtain upon hire

Critical Skills

● Works well with athletes and middle school age students.

● Ability to speak clearly and audibly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright

manner.

● Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice.

● Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely, and helpful manner.

● Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others.

● Ability to travel as needed.

Performance Responsibilities

● Work alongside all coaches in the cross country program.

● Create an engaging practice plan that aligns with the vision for the program.

● Enforce all rules of the MHSAA and WPS.

● Communicate in an appropriate and timely manner to students, parents, athletic director, and other

coaches.

● Maintain an accurate team roster at all times.

● Supervise practice sessions and maintain security of the locker room.

● Follow all injury and player safety protocols.

● Support the entire athletic program of the Watervliet Public School system.

● Attend all coaches meetings.

● Assist with scouting for the varsity team if necessary.

Reports To

● District Athletic Director

● Varsity Cross Country Coach

Notice of Non-discrimination

It is the policy of the Watervliet Public Schools that no person shall, on the basis of sex, religion, age,

marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, weight, height, or handicap be excluded from

participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment or any

of its programs or activities.