Cross Country Coach

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
2. Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport.
3. The head coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.
4. The head coach must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/her instructions and actions. REPORTS TO: The director of student activities, who provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the school principal. SUPERVISES: In several instances, the head coach must advise, coordinate and support a staff of school assistant coaches. JOB GOAL: To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self discipline, self confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.