A

Head Cross Country Coach- Incarnate Word High School

icon briefcase Job Type : Part-Time

Number of Applicants

 : 

000+

Click to reveal the number of candidates who applied for this job.
icon loader
icon loader

Let AI Supercharge Your Job Hunt!

JobCopilot scans 500,000+ company career sites daily to find jobs for you

Never miss an opportunity Save hours by auto-filling applications forms Land more interviews with tailored applications
happy man
thunder iconActivate JobCopilot

Job Description - Head Cross Country Coach- Incarnate Word High School

Description

  

Title: Head Cross Country Coach 

Incarnate Word High School, a Catholic all-girls school guided by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, is looking for a part-time Head Cross Country Coach for the 2025-2026 school year. As a dynamic and faith-driven athletic program, we empower student-athletes to grow physically, emotionally, and spiritually. The ideal candidate will report directly to the school's Athletic Director.

Position Purpose:

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive cross-country program that promotes athletic excellence, teamwork, and sportsmanship, while reflecting the values of the Catholic faith
  • Cultivate a positive and supportive team culture that encourages each athlete to reach their full potential, builds resilience, and nurtures a love for the sport
  • Foster a sense of community and camaraderie among team members, while promoting the values of compassion, kindness, and service to others
  • Provide expert coaching, guidance, and mentorship to help athletes improve their performance, develop their skills, and achieve their goals
  • Collaborate with school administrators, faculty, and staff to ensure alignment with the school's mission and values
  • Represent the school and athletic program in a professional and respectful manner, both on and off campus

Through this role, the Head Cross Country Coach helps student-athletes become confident, compassionate, and accomplished young women who embody the values of the Catholic community and are prepared to make a positive impact in the world.

Requirements

Required Experience: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in physical education or related field
  • Previous High School or higher-level coaching experience

Position Responsibilities:

  • Must adhere to all policies and procedures set forth by IWHS. 
  • Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
  • Assesses student’s skills and assigns team positions
  • Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development
  • Works with Athletic Director in scheduling meets, facilities, and transportation for practices and competition
  • If position is needed, assigns duties to an assistant coach as necessary
  • Coaches and instructs students, individual or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport
  • Observes athletes, during competition and practice to determine the needs for
  • individual or team improvement
  • Determines meet strategy bases on the team’s capabilities
  • Establishes and maintains standards for behavior and always provides proper supervision of students
  • Monitors the academic performances of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met; and encourages student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.
  • Follows established procedures in the event of an injury
  • Conferences with parents/guardians as necessary regarding the academic, behavioral, or athletic performance of their student
  • Follows all TAPPS regulations and by laws 
  • Acts as a team representative and promotes the Cross Country program
  • Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance and requisitioning of equipment, supplies and uniforms
  • Participates in special activities to include parents’ night, banquets, awards night and pep assemblies
  • Works with the Athletic Director with eligibility, equipment inventory and other related paperwork
  • Attends athletic meetings, clinics and other professional activities to improve coaching performance

Minimum Knowledge and Skills:

  • Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills
  • Must possess a thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies and techniques of the sport
  • Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents and students
  • Understanding of the mission of Incarnate Word High School
  • Successful completion of VIRTUS and background check
Original job Head Cross Country Coach- Incarnate Word High School posted on GrabJobs ©. To flag any issues with this job please use the Report Job button on GrabJobs.
Share Job
Share Job

Auto-Apply to Head Cross Country Coach Jobs with your AI JobCopilot

thunder icon Auto-Apply with AI

Similar Head Cross Country Coach Jobs in the US

GrabJobs is the no1 job portal in the US, connecting you to thousands of jobs fast! Find the best jobs in the US, apply in 1 click and get a job today!

Mobile Apps

Copyright © 2026 Grabjobs Pte.Ltd. All Rights Reserved.