Assistant Coach - Cross Country

Location: Lionville Middle School • Pay Rate: $2,350.00 • Benefits Eligible: No • Effective Date: Fall Season, 2026-2027 school year • Anticipated start date: Approx. August 17, 2026

About the District

At DASD, we are committed to sharing values of diversity and inclusion in order to achieve and sustain excellence in education. As a diverse district, we continually seek ways to strengthen our educational environment. We believe that we can best promote excellence by recruiting and retaining a diverse group of staff who bring various backgrounds and perspectives. Our ability to create and maintain a climate of respect is critical to attaining the best teaching and learning environment.

We seek to hire new staff who:

• Communicate openly to build relationships and trust
• Partner with team members to see the TEAM succeed
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and seek ongoing opportunities for growth
• Embrace and support a safe and inclusive environment
• Eagerly and enthusiastically support student learning
• Strive to be kind and reflective
• Focus on the solution and put people first
• Lead by example

Responsibilities

• Support the head coach
• Ensure equipment and facilities are maintained
• Perform administrative duties
• Schedule and supervise practice sessions
• Maintain training equipment
• Organize team events
• Build a positive team environment

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Cross country experience required
• Previous coaching experience preferred
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Must successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal record check requirements
• Must adhere to all local, state, federal, and school code requirements for employment
• Must meet DASD procedures for transporting students (including motor vehicle record check)