Head Coach - Cross ; Hawthorne HS; REPOST

Position

Head Coach – Cross Country (HW) for the  school year at Hawthorne High School.

• Coaching stipend per Collective Bargaining Agreement for current employees
• Coaching stipend of $5,187 per season for walk‑on coaches

Under the direction of the Principal or their designee, responsible for coaching a varsity team and performing related duties as required for the 2026‑2027 school year.

• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions, promoting growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and sportsmanship.
• Prepare field/court on game day and manage logistics for all lower‑level competitions.
• Check and respond to Centinela Outlook email on a regular basis.
• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student‑athletes.
• Coordinate the development and promotion of the specific program.
• Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives, ensuring the overall educational development of student athletes.
• Ensure all coaches work together toward a common goal within the program and provide unity at all levels.
• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
• Develop a regular practice schedule and organize practice time for individual and team development.
• Hold a preseason meeting with all student athletes and parents before the first official game.
• Assess players' skills and assign team positions.
• Determine game strategy based on the team's capabilities.
• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property.
• Encourage sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
• Take necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, and facilities, including protection from hazing/bullying.
• Maintain and secure all equipment and uniforms.
• Oversee the cleaning, repairing, and storing of all athletic equipment.
• Communicate with the Athletic Director to ensure compliance with CIF regulations, eligibility forms, transfer forms, and grade reports.
• Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations regarding academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
• Assist student athletes with college recruitment.
• Assist the Athletic Director with scheduling of games and coordinate arrangements.
• Act as a team representative and promote the sport through communication with the news media and other organizations.
• Participate in special activities such as senior night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
• Conduct conferences with parents or guardians regarding athletic performance when necessary.
• Coordinate with the ATC and established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury.
• Represent the Centinela Valley Union High School District and program professionally.
• Maintain nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
• Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or appropriate administrator.
• Recommend, advocate, and attend all league, all‑area, and other award nominations.

• At least two years of experience as a varsity coach at the high school level in the specific sport, or at least two years as an NCAA or professional player in the sport.
• Ability to explain, demonstrate, and analyze fundamental skills and strategies.
• Ability to meet all CIF coaching requirements and certifications.
• Ability to communicate with and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of CIF rules and regulations pertaining to the sport.
• Ability to manage online applications (Google Sheets/Drive, Home Campus, Max Preps, etc.) necessary to oversee the athletic team.

• At least four years of experience as a head varsity football coach at the high school level or higher.
• Winning percentage of at least 50% in season and playoffs as a head…