Coach, Cross Assistant Coach
Listed on 2026-07-08
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Education / Teaching
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Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Coach, Cross Country Assistant Coach
Lincoln Public Schools NE, Standing Bear High School – Lincoln, Nebraska
Job DetailsJob : 5662992
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories: Athletics & Activities >
Coaching
Standing Bear High School is seeking a dynamic individual as an assistant Cross Country coach to provide support for athletes in the Standing Bear Cross Country program. Excellent communication and organizational skills are required as well as the desire and ability to develop positive relationships with student-participants, families, and the LPS community.
Required certifications include a Nebraska Department of Education Teacher or Administrative Certificate or a Nebraska Department of Education Special Services Coaching Permit. Comprehensive knowledge and experience with Cross Country is required to help develop the program.
LPS assistant coaches are expected to follow the guidance of their head coaches in organizing and leading practices, regular season and district contests and performances (not to exceed NSAA/LPS allowances); facilitate, manage and provide oversight of the program; maintain required certification and mandatory obligations; and lead their teams in NSAA state championship preparation and performances if the team or individuals qualify.
LPS has a long tradition of academic, athletic and activity excellence. Belief in the value of educational-based athletics is critical. Knowledge and understanding of NSAA and LPS policies and bylaws is required.
This position is subject to a veterans preference.
Job Requirements- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Hold a Nebraska Department of Education Teacher or Administrative Certificate or a Nebraska Department of Education Special Services Coaching Permit.
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience with Cross Country.
- Demonstrated ability to develop positive relationships with student-participants, families, and the LPS community.
- Knowledge of and compliance with NSAA and LPS policies and bylaws.
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