Mabton High School Assistant Cross Country Coach
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Mabton High School Assistant Cross Country CoachPrimary Function:A High School Assistant Cross Country Coach has the responsibility to help students develop skills and knowledge with the district's athletic handbook and goals that will contribute to the students' development as mature, able and responsible adults. Assistant High School Cross Country Coaches are responsible for maintaining a safe environment on and off campus. They are responsible for maintaining records of students and equipment. Commitment to uphold policies and expectations of the school district.Directly Responsible To: Athletic Director and School AdministrationDescription of Responsibilities:

Serve as a positive role model to the athletes and parents

Teach Cross Country techniques, rules, strategies and tactics

Condition athletes appropriately for activities requiring endurance, strength and agility

Preside over team activities including all scheduled team practices and games

Teach sportsmanship, cooperation, work ethic and responsibility to one's team

Monitor athletes personal conduct during games

Manage equipment and playing facilities in a responsible manner

Performs related duties as required

Hold a valid first aid/CPR/AED card, comply with Mabton School District policy and procedures

Demonstrated working knowledge of the above-mentioned sport

Demonstrated interest in and ability to work well with multicultural High School students, staff and community

Promote the sport within WIAA guidelines and complete all required WIAA Coaches Clinics and

Inventory, selection, care, maintenance of equipment and play surfaces

Perform such other related duties as may be assigned by the Athletic Director and School Administration

Cultural Competency; ability to effectively work with diverse populations

Other functions:

Follow oral and written instructions

Work cooperatively with other

Be neat, orderly and honest

Work weekdays, practice after school

Interpret policies and procedures

Travel with teams for matches during the week

Work with people of all ages

On a continuous basis, work outdoors; intermittently travel to various off-site locations; may be exposed to dust, noise, hard surfaces, and may be exposed to varying temperature conditions while performing work

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to work well with children of various ages; basic knowledge of Cross Country

Willingness to learn and follow District rules and guidelines regarding youth sports

Prior head coaching experience is helpful, but not required

Education/experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying

Previous experience in coaching children in some type of sport

Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful coaching performance

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of high school diploma or GED

Must be 21 years of age or older

Complete Washington State Patrol Criminal History background check

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:MENTAL DEMANDS

• Required to deal with a wide range of student, staff and public behaviors and needs in a positive and service-oriented manner.
• May occasionally deal with distraught or difficult students or parents.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Physical capabilities require lifting and carrying, pushing and/or pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, and significant finger dexterity.
• Generally the job requires approximately 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing.
• Maintaining good hygiene is essential.

CONDITIONS:The preceding list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplanted as necessary.District employees, other than personnel in the District's Employment Services Department are not authorized to make promises of employment, promises of employment for a particular period of time, or promises of a particular level of compensation or benefits to job applicants for certified or classified positions. Any verbal or written statements to that effect by District employees other than Employment services personnel are null and void.Mabton School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained guide dog or service animal. Mabton School District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and other designated youth groups. Questions and complaints of alleged discrimination should be addressed to the following designated employee: Title IX, Sec. 504 Coordinator, and Civil Rights Compliance Officer - Teresa Davison; 306 North Main Street, PO BOX 37, Mabton, WA 98935.