Upper School Cross Country Assistant Coach
Pace Academy
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Quick overview
Support the head coach in managing the Upper School cross country program for boys and girls. Responsibilities include conducting daily practices and attending Saturday meets while adhering to GHSA regulations.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have cross-country experience and a coaching philosophy aligned with the school's mission. Strong leadership, communication skills, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion are required.
Job description
Upper school
Boys/Girls cross country - Assistant coach
Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Ga., with an enrollment of 1,115 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school strives to provide an environment that cultivates a spirit of service, respect for diversity, global citizenship and character. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.
At Pace, we hire culturally competent and responsive candidates who believe in the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the life of a school and can effectively incorporate those principles in their professional roles. Pace actively seeks candidates from historically underrepresented populations.
Pace is hiring an assistant head coach for the Upper School cross country team for the 2026-2027 fall season. This position reports to the Head Cross Country Coach and Director of Athletics.
Work hours and expectations
A part-time August to November seasonal appointment. Responsibilities include practices (1.5 hours) Monday-Friday and meets (2-3 hours) on Saturdays. All coaches are employed on an annual basis, and continued employment is based on a season review.
Primary responsibilities
The assistant coach is responsible for supporting various aspects of the cross country program. The assistant coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Pace Academy and the Georgia High School Association (GHSA).
Required knowledge, skills, and experience
- Possess and maintain a coaching philosophy that is in accordance with the mission of Pace Academy
- A strong commitment to the student-athlete concept
- Cross-country experience and understanding of cross-country
- Effective leadership, coaching and recruiting skills
- Good communication skills with players, parents and the Athletics Department
- Energy, creativity, self-motivation and a team-player mentality
Specific responsibilities
- Team coaching with the coaching staff daily
- Represent Pace Academy and the cross country program in a professional manner and within the bounds of good sportsmanship.
This is a temporary, seasonal position that is compensated with a coaching stipend.
See more about Pace Academy Athletics at www.paceacademy.org/athletics/about-pace-athletics.
