Assistant Indoor Track Coach

Westbrook High School

• Assistant Coach, Indoor Track & Field Position: Assistant Coach, Indoor Track & Field Location: Westbrook High School Reports to: Director of Athletics & Activities League Affiliation: Southern Maine Activities Association (SMAA) Start Date: Winter 2025 Season Status: Stipend Position $3267.90 Position Overview Westbrook High School is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Assistant Coach for the Indoor Track & Field program. The successful candidate will assist the Head Coach in developing student-athletes while fostering a positive, inclusive, and competitive team environment. The ideal candidate will support athletes across a variety of track and field events, promote sportsmanship and teamwork, and contribute to a program that emphasizes athletic development, academic success, and personal growth while representing the values of the Blue Blazes and the Southern Maine Activities Association (SMAA).

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach in organizing and supervising all aspects of the indoor track and field program. Work directly with athletes in assigned event areas, including sprints, distance, jumps, throws, and relays. Support the implementation of training plans and practice activities designed by the Head Coach. Foster a team culture built on respect, effort, accountability, sportsmanship, and inclusion.

Supervise student-athletes during practices, competitions, team travel, and other team activities. Assist with meet preparation, athlete check-ins, equipment management, and event logistics. Monitor athlete well-being and communicate concerns regarding performance, safety, attendance, or eligibility to the Head Coach.

Communicate positively and professionally with student-athletes, families, fellow coaches, and school personnel. Support adherence to all Westbrook School Department, Maine Principals' Association (MPA), and SMAA policies and regulations. Serve as a positive role model who promotes leadership, character development, and academic success.

Qualifications

Demonstrated knowledge of indoor track and field techniques, training methods, and safety procedures. Previous coaching, athletic participation, or instructional experience in track and field or a related sport. Ability to effectively motivate, teach, and mentor student-athletes. Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Commitment to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and positive athletic experience for all participants. Must meet MPA and Westbrook School Department coaching certification requirements, including CHRC. Preferred: Previous experience coaching or competing in track and field. Experience working with high school student-athletes.

Knowledge of one or more specialized event areas, including distance running, sprinting, jumps, throws, or hurdles. Experience coaching within the SMAA or a similarly competitive athletic conference.

Compensation

Stipend per Westbrook Education Association (WEA) contract $3267.90 Application Procedure Interested candidates should submit: Complete Application Letter of interest Current resume Three professional references About the Westbrook Schools Proudly serving one of the most diverse communities in the state, the Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce in order to grow as a culturally rich and equity focused school district.

Our students are provided with a variety of opportunities to thrive in our schools. Through our student-centered programs, we meet the academic, social, emotional, and cultural needs of all learners and embrace our identity as a whole child district. Our schools serve learners in PK-high school as well as Career and Technical Education and Adult Education.

We nurture a collaborative working environment and a culture of continuous growth through supportive leadership, high expectations, and opportunities for professional learning. We also offer competitive pay and generous benefits. Together we fulfill our One Promise: The best education for all, for life. We invite you to join our team!