Cross Coach
Job in
Cumberland Gap, Claiborne County, Tennessee, 37724, USA
Listed on 2026-05-28
Listing for:
Claiborne County Schools
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-28
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
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Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Cumberland Gap
A high school cross country coach is responsible for the technical, administrative, and developmental aspects of a long-distance running program, ensuring compliance with TSSAA regulations.
Key Responsibilities- Training & Instruction
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Develops and implements individualized training plans focused on endurance, pacing, and terrain strategy. - Meet Management
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Plans race strategies, organizes team travel, and supervises student-athletes during competitions. - Administrative Duties
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Manages the program budget, maintains equipment and uniform inventory, and coordinates the meet schedule. - Athlete Welfare
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Monitors academic eligibility, promotes sportsmanship, and ensures a safe training environment, including injury prevention. - Recruitment
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Encourages student participation and recruits new talent to the program
- TSSAA Certification
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All coaches must register annually with TSSAA. Non-faculty coaches must complete the NFHS "Fundamentals of Coaching" and "First Aid, Health, and Safety" courses. - Mandatory Safety Training
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Required annual completion of NFHS courses in Concussion in Sports
, Sudden Cardiac Arrest
, and Heat Illness Prevention
. - Education
: A high school diploma or GED is the minimum requirement; however, a bachelor's degree in education or a related field is often preferred for faculty-based roles. - Certifications
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Current CPR and First Aid certification from an in-person, hands‑on course is mandatory. - Experience
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Previous experience in cross country or track, either as a coach or a competitive runner, is typically required.
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