Boys Cross Country Head Coach-WMS

Boys Cross Country Head Coach-WMS

Portage Township Schools

WILLOWCREEK MS - PORTAGE, Indiana

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Job Details

Job ID:5718222

Application Deadline:Jun 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:Yesterday

Starting Date:Jun 1, 2026

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following responsibilities are required of the position, plus any other duties that may be required by the employer. Specific duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the athletic director(s).

Develop the activities for the assigned sport, including appropriate practice and competition schedules, season records and other awards, equipment and uniform inventory

Notify student athletes of all policies, procedures, and training rules according to the sport assigned

Emphasize skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, character development and discipline within the sport assigned

Supervise student athletics during practice, competitions, or other activities, and correct student athlete conduct as appropriate

Monitor academic progress of student athletes to ensure eligibility

Coordinate and secure all facilities and equipment, including uniforms or other supplies, used by the team and staff

Maintain team roster

Perform any other responsibilities related to the coaching positions needed or directed by the athletic director

Provide leadership that promotes positive attitudes and good sportsmanship

Work with student athletes in a fair, understanding, tolerant, systematic, and patient manner

Promote school and community interest in the sport assigned

Holding preseason or postseason parent meeting

Ensure required physical examinations and forms are completed and submitted

Maintain association membership

Maintain certification in IHSAA -mandated courses and CPR

Report all injuries or other concerns

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of the sport assigned, with prior successful coaching experience preferred

Familiar with Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) and National Federal of State High School Associations (NFHS) rules concerning the sport assigned

IHSAA and NFHS Coaching Certification preferred (training available)

First Aid and CPR certified as well as knowledge and understanding of the concussion protocol (training available)

Ability to communicate with parents and students

Ability to address situations dealing with blood, bodily fluids, and tissue

Ability to foster positive student-athlete relationships, and to work effectively with students, staff, parents and the community

Exhibits high standards of professional ethics and conduct

Successfully complete criminal history and DCS clearances

SALARY: Coaches are paid a stipend according to the season of the assigned sport.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to demonstrate the appropriate skills and techniques to be used by the athletes. Visually able to monitor athlete's performance. Sitting, standing for periods of time, lifting, reaching and may require carrying of equipment (up to 50 pounds).

DISCLAIMER:

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the District. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the school corporation. The employee is expected to adhere to and agrees to adhere to PTS Core Values, the PTS Strategic Plan, as well as all PTS District policies and guidelines including but not limited to the civility policy.

Position Type:Part-Time