Assistant Coach - Boys Cross Coach

Assistant Coach – Boys Cross Country Coach

Position /

Title:

High School Assistant Coach

Bargaining Unit: ETA

Department/

Location:

High School Athletic Department

Calendar Days:
Per IHSA Calendar

Reports To:

Head Coach

JD Revision Date: 06/06/2024

Supervises:
Players on their roster

Position is responsible for assisting the head coach with organization of the program, conducting practices, motivating students, and instructing student athletes in game strategies and techniques.

• Organizes and oversees specific program levels or areas of responsibility.
• Works within the head coach’s organizational structure.
• Works with the head coach and athletic secretary to verify participants are fully registered and eligible.
• Works with the head coach in developing game schedules, practice schedules, facilities use, transportation needs, and the program budget.
• Communicates and plans with the head coach practice sessions and competition strategies ensuring the health and physical well-being of the student participants.
• Is present at pre‑season parent meetings for all levels of sport to review scholastic eligibility requirements, athletic code of conduct, team rules, injury prevention, and inherent risks of the sport.
• Works effectively with the head coach to manage and coordinate practice and competition schedules during off‑season, summer, and in‑season periods.
• Assumes responsibility for inventory, selection, and care of equipment at their level.
• Maintains a safe facility and equipment associated with activity.
• Maintains effective communication with athletes, school administration, staff, students, parents, and community.
• Maintains good public relations with media, boosters, parents, officials, players, fans, local youth programs, etc.
• Establishes cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff, and school administration.
• Works effectively with student athletes of varying abilities, socio‑economic, and cultural backgrounds to instill commitment, discipline, and teamwork.
• Is able to think on their feet and handle stressful situations.
• Models and instills the values of sportsmanship and fair play to all participants.
• Stays abreast of students’ athletic and academic eligibility and works with teachers and administration to prioritize academics.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Plans, organizes, and implements safe and effective daily practices and other planned events.
• Supervises all students under their care before, during, and after practices and contests.
• Applies and enforces student discipline in accordance with the U‑46 Athletic Code of Conduct and U‑46 Student Code of Conduct.
• Collaborates with the head coach for all fundraising activities and maintains accurate records of monies collected and deposited per District policy.
• Provides the head coach with end‑of‑season individual and team records and statistics.
• Contributes to the long‑term success and viability of the program by establishing positive relationships with local athletics organizations and K‑8 sports programs.
• Attends Freshman Orientation and incoming 8th Grade Night, as applicable.
• Engages in personal professional development activities.
• Other duties/events as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director.

• Proper certification with American Sport Education Program and/or valid Illinois Teaching certificate.
• Pass IHSA required tests and view videos.
• Current First Aid / CPR / AED certification.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to implement effective coaching theory, strategies, and techniques appropriate for high school athletes.
• Has a proven verifiable record of placing appropriate emphasis on good sportsmanship, academic excellence, positive attitudes, and character.
• Knowledgeable in the techniques and strategies for the sport/activity.
• Can handle and react professionally to stressful situations.
• Background/experience in coaching.

• Standing for long periods of time and may involve walking or standing for extended periods.
• Perceiving the nature…