Volunteer Assistant Cross Country Coach

Clarke Community School District is looking for Volunteer Assistant Cross Country coaches for the 2026-2027 school year.  

POSITION TITLE:           Volunteer Assistant Varsity Coach
 
REPORTS TO:                 Head Coach
 
QUALIFICATIONS:       1.  Iowa Coaching License/Authorization
                                      2.  Previous Playing experience (preferred)
                                      3.  Previous Coaching experience in that sport (preferred)
 
COORDINATES:            9-12 Sport specific Program
 
POSITION GOAL:          To develop and grow student athletes, athletically and personally
 
SUPERVISES:               None
 
JOB SUMMARY:            Assist with the 9-12 specific activity program
 
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

1. Instruct athletes regarding techniques, rules and safety practices of the sport
2. Develops and organizes practice program with Activity Directors's philosphy
3. Schedule and conduct practices according to agreed upon schedules
4. Supervise athletes from the scheduled beginning of the practice or game until the last athlete is picked up, knowing where all participants are at all times
5. Supervise athletes on bus trips to other schools
6. Promote the entire Clarke Community Schools Athletics program
7. Set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct including respecting and supporting contest officials
8. Foster among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school, and community
9. Promote a healthy lifestyle to student athletes
10. Assist the activities director to ensure that lists of all players eligible for athletic contests are prepared and maintained under rules of Clarke Community School District
11. Communicates with Activities Director and/or Administrative Assistant to ensure that all athletes have completed and submitted all required documentation, including the concussion form, medical insurance coverage form and have undergone and passed any required medical examinations before the regular practice season begins
12. Communicates with parents in regard to team rules, team schedule and athletic department guidelines
13. Work with Activities Director and Activities Director Administrative Assistant to ensure accurate inventory of equipment and uniforms
14. Adhere to all safety laws and district policies
15. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Activities Director

 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is a voluntary position.
 
 
The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.  Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract.