Track & Field and Cross Coach

Position: Track & Field and Cross Country Coach
Location: New York

BASIS Independent Schools, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, is a national network of PreK-12 private, secular schools that educate students to the highest international levels. Our ten campuses, located in some of the most bustling, dynamic metropolitan areas in the country, are part of the BASIS Curriculum Schools global network. We believe in setting a higher standard for students and promoting self-reliance and accountability in a culture where hard work is celebrated, and intellectual pursuits result in extraordinary outcomes.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Track & Field and Cross Country Coach to lead and develop our interscholastic running program. The ideal candidate will have prior coaching or competitive running experience, CPR/First Aid certification, and a strong understanding of distance training and track events.

This coach will lead the school’s Cross Country program in the fall and Track & Field program in the spring, guiding student-athletes through structured training, mentorship, and competitive preparation. The role is integral to fostering a positive team culture, promoting sportsmanship and teamwork, supporting athlete development, and helping to build a growing and successful running program.

Coaching Responsibilities & Athlete Development

Coach and instruct student-athletes in cross country and track & field events, including distance, middle distance, sprints, relays, and general field event fundamentals.

Develop and implement season-long training programs that include aerobic base training, interval workouts, tempo runs, and recovery.

Design training plans that accommodate athletes of varying ability levels.

Teach proper running mechanics, technique, and form.

Emphasize injury prevention, safe training practices, and athlete recovery.

Teach race strategy and pacing and help athletes set individual performance goals.

Monitor athlete progress and adjust training plans based on performance and workload.

Program Leadership & Team Culture

Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive team culture.

Promote sportsmanship, accountability, teamwork, and respect among student-athletes.

Serve as a mentor and role model while supporting the personal and athletic development of students.

Maintain clear and professional communication with student-athletes, parents, and school staff.

Balance competitive success with the overall well-being of student-athletes.

Organization, Operations & Program Development

Plan and organize daily practices and seasonal training schedules.

Manage team rosters, attendance, and equipment needs.

Coordinate meet entries, competition preparation, and race logistics.

Communicate regularly with the athletic department regarding scheduling and program needs.

Assist with program development and long-term growth of the running program.

Encourage student participation and help recruit athletes.

Support a positive off-season training culture for returning athletes.

Qualifications

Prior coaching experience in Track & Field and/or Cross Country (middle school, high school, college, or club level) preferred.

Background as a competitive runner in track, cross country, or distance running preferred.

Knowledge of distance training principles, including aerobic base development, interval training, tempo workouts, and recovery.

General understanding of track & field events and competition structure.

CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Commitment to student-athlete development and positive team culture.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language.

In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is…