Head Boys Cross Country Coach - Upper School

Position: Head Boys Cross Country Coach

Department: Athletics

Location: Athletics Convocation Center, Milton Academy Campus, Milton, MA

Hours: Part-Time with the flexibility to work nights and weekends

FLSA: Exempt/Non-Exempt

Classification: Part-Time Seasonal Staff

Stipend: $10,000/year

Milton Academy is an independent college preparatory K–12 school, boarding and day in grades 9–12, located just outside of Boston.

Milton Academy cultivates in its students a passion for learning and a respect for others. Embracing diversity and the pursuit of excellence, we create a community in which individuals develop competence, confidence and character. Our active learning environment, in and out of the classroom, develops creative and critical thinkers, unafraid to express their ideas, prepared to seek meaningful lifetime success and live by our motto, “Dare to be true.”

Summary of Position:

Milton Academy is in search of a Head Boys Cross Country Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The cross country program competes in the Independent School League (ISL) and is a member of the New England Prep School Athletic Council (NEPSAC). The program has a tradition of excellence and has competed at the highest of levels. The head coach will oversee the entire boys cross country program at Milton Academy.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Direct boys cross country program and comply with the institution, NEPSAC, and ISL protocols

• Maintain athletic rosters. It is the coaches responsibility to check attendance, note discrepancies and report any changes to the athletic department.

• Design and implement practice plans for team along with assistance from assistant coaches

• Coaches are required to submitting comments for all students to be included in grade reports following the conclusion of the season

• Recruit and retain prospective students for the program

• Recruit and retain potential coaches for the program

• Oversee and mentor assistant coaches

• Assist in the placement of students who have a desire to compete in cross country at the collegiate level

• Follow all safety practices and Academy policies as outlined in the school’s Student Handbook and Coaches Handbook, including the policy against hazing and bullying

• Other duties as assigned

Supervision to be received: Director of Athletics

Supervision to be exercised: Assistant Coaches

Education/Certification/Licensure

Required: N/A

Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree

Experience

Required: A minimum of three years of proven experience in coaching at either the high school or collegiate level

Preferred: Experience working in an independent boarding / day school

Competencies

Required:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated computer expertise, including proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud.

• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external constituencies.

• Understanding of confidentiality and related issues.

• Receptive to supervision and professional development.

• Desire to be a part of a dynamic educational community.

Physical Abilities

Required:

• Must be able to work at a computer for up to 8 hours each day in conjunction with OSHA requirements.

• Must be able to move around the Milton Academy campus without restriction.

• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds.

All interested internal candidates must complete an application for promotion or transfer and inform your supervisor as soon as possible.

The essential functions and basic skills have been included in this job description; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This position description is subject to change at any time.

Milton Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any category protected by federal, state, or local law, including but not limited to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, citizenship or national or ethnic origin.