Middle School Track Coach

Position Title:

Middle School Track Coach

Position Summary:

The Middle School Track Coach is responsible for instructing student-athletes in the fundamentals of Track while fostering teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth. The coach provides leadership during practices and games and creates a safe, positive, and inclusive environment that supports student development both on and off the field.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and lead developmentally appropriate practices focusing on Track fundamentals
Coach meets while emphasizing effort, sportsmanship, and fair play
Teach and reinforce positive character traits such as respect, responsibility, and teamwork
Ensure the safety and supervision of student-athletes at all practices, meets, and team events
Communicate effectively with athletes, parents/guardians, and school administrators
Enforce school, district, and league rules, policies, and eligibility requirements
Monitor and support appropriate student behavior consistent with school expectations
Maintain equipment and uniforms; assist with inventory and field setup as needed
Model professionalism, ethical conduct, and positive role modeling at all times
Assist Varsity Coaches when needed

Qualifications:

Experience playing and/or coaching Track (youth or middle school level preferred)
Ability to work effectively with middle school-aged students
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Knowledge of Track rules, strategies, and safety procedures
Commitment to supporting the academic and social development of student-athletes
CPR/First Aid certification and NFHS Concussion Certification (or willingness to obtain)
Completion of required background checks and coaching certifications

Time Commitment:
Practices held after school (up to 2.5 hours a day)
2-3 Middle School Track Meets/Help with Home Varsity Meets (Up to 4 Hours Per Meet)