Job detail
Assistant Cross Country Coach
Walsh Jesuit High School
Location
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
Quick overview
Support the Head Coach in planning and conducting practices while providing individual and group instruction to athletes. Foster a positive, inclusive, and student-centered culture focused on teamwork, discipline, and personal growth.
Requirements summary
Candidates should have previous coaching experience at the high school or college level. Proficiency in communication, planning, and familiarity with OHSAA rules are preferred.
CommunicationRelationship BuildingSportsmanshipStudent-Athlete DevelopmentInstructional TechniquesPractice PlanningCross Country CoachingOff-season TrainingAthlete EvaluationOHSAA Regulations
Job description
Assistant cross country coach – walsh jesuit high school
- Walsh Jesuit High School is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Assistant Cross Country Coach to support the Head Coach in all aspects of the program. The ideal candidate will bring previous experience coaching at the high school and/or college-level, along with a demonstrated ability to build meaningful relationships with young men and women while fostering their growth. This role includes helping to build a positive, inclusive, and student-centered culture aligned with the mission of Walsh Jesuit while promoting teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, and personal growth. The Assistant Coach reports to the Head Coach and Athletic Director. Responsibilities may include: Coaching & Instruction
- Assist with planning and conducting practices
- Teach and reinforce fundamentals, skills, and techniques
- Provide small group and individual instruction
- Support strategy
- Work under the direction of the Head Coach
- Student-Athlete Development
- Build positive relationships with student-athletes
- Reinforce team expectations, culture, and sportsmanship
- Program Support
- Assist with tryouts and athlete evaluations
- Support eligibility tracking, equipment, and program logistics
- Contribute to off-season training
- Communication
- Communicate regularly with the Head Coach
- Provide feedback to athletes
- Maintain professional interactions with parents and staff
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience coaching at the high school and/or college-level
- Ability to develop student-athletes both athletically and personally in a faith-based educational environment
- Excellent communication and planning skills
- Familiarity with OHSAA rules and regulations