Varsity Assistant Boys and Girls Track and Field Coach

Position Title: Varsity Assistant Boys & Girls Track and Field Coach School: Waseca Junior/Senior High School Location: Waseca, MN Season: Spring Season Application Deadline: Until Filled Position Overview Waseca Public Schools is seeking a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and student-centered individual to serve as a Varsity Assistant Boys & Girls Track and Field Coach at Waseca Junior/Senior High School.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the head coach and other members of the coaching staff to provide a positive, competitive, and developmentally appropriate experience for Waseca student-athletes. This individual will assist with all aspects of the track and field program, including practices, competitions, athlete development, event instruction, supervision, and overall program operations.

Waseca coaches are expected to develop student-athletes not only as competitors, but also as students, teammates, leaders, and members of the community. The successful candidate will help foster a program culture centered on commitment, accountability, teamwork, sportsmanship, and the Waseca Way.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist the head coach with the organization, administration, and overall operation of the boys and girls track and field program. Assist in planning and conducting organized, purposeful, and developmentally appropriate practices. Provide effective instruction in track and field fundamentals, techniques, training methods, and event-specific skills.

Work directly with student-athletes to improve technique, performance, conditioning, and overall athletic development. Assist the coaching staff with athlete evaluation, event placement, meet preparation, competition strategy, and relay organization. Provide appropriate supervision of student-athletes during practices, competitions, team travel, and other program activities.

Establish positive and professional relationships with student-athletes, families, coaches, school staff, officials, and opposing programs. Promote academic achievement, positive behavior, sportsmanship, leadership, accountability, and responsible decision-making. Help create an inclusive team environment in which student-athletes of varying experience and ability levels are supported and challenged to improve.

Assist with equipment management, facility preparation, home meet operations, and other responsibilities necessary for the successful operation of the program. Communicate and collaborate effectively with the head coach and other members of the coaching staff. Support the development of the overall Waseca Track and Field program and promote participation throughout the program.

Follow and enforce all policies, procedures, rules, and expectations established by Waseca Public Schools, the Waseca Activities Department, the Big South Conference, and the Minnesota State High School League. Perform additional coaching and program-related duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Activities Director.

Qualifications

Previous coaching and/or competitive experience in track and field. Knowledge of track and field fundamentals, techniques, training principles, and competition strategies. Experience or expertise in one or more track and field event areas is preferred. Ability to effectively teach, motivate, and communicate with junior high and high school student-athletes.

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively and positively as part of a coaching staff. Demonstrated commitment to student development, sportsmanship, integrity, and positive leadership. Commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, competitive, and developmentally appropriate environment for all student-athletes.

Ability to meet all Waseca Public Schools and MSHSL coaching requirements, certifications, and background check requirements. Coaching Expectations The successful candidate will be expected to model professionalism, integrity, enthusiasm, and positive leadership while representing Waseca Public Schools and the Waseca Activities Department.

Coaches are expected to place student safety, academic achievement, character development, sportsmanship, and the overall student-athlete experience at the forefront of the program while helping student-athletes pursue competitive excellence. The Varsity Assistant Boys & Girls Track and Field Coach will work under the direction of the Head Boys & Girls Track and Field Coach and the Waseca Junior/Senior High School Activities Director.

Application Information Interested candidates should complete the Waseca Public Schools employment application and submit all required application materials. Application Deadline: Until Filled Attachment(s): Extracurricular Stipends