Assistant Track Coach

Founded in 1889, Marlborough School is an independent girls' college-preparatory school for grades 7 through 12 located in Los Angeles, California. Central to Marlborough’s vision that Equity Leads Education is the belief in and passion for empowering young women to use their immense talents to better the world and become trailblazers in their own right.

About the role

Marlborough School is seeking a dedicated and passionate Assistant Track Coach to aid and develop our Track & Field team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Track & Field events: Sprints, Jumps, or Throws. This part-time, seasonal position reports directly to the Athletic Director and the Track & Field Program Head.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Coach in formulating objectives for the coming sport season.
• Keeps abreast of new ideas and techniques by attending clinics and workshops.
• Remains knowledgeable of rules and regulations concerning their sport, and keeps abreast of changes.
• Assists the Head Coach in maintaining equipment and helps keep an accurate inventory.
• Reinforces all regulations of the School presented in the Marlborough Student Handbook of Expectations, as well as the Marlborough Coaching Handbook.
• Assists the Head Coach with proper care of equipment, facilities, and other duties as assigned.
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing care of equipment and facilities being used.
• Assumes supervisory control over any team(s) as assigned by the Head Coach/Athletic Director.
• Ensures that facility regulations are understood and enforced.
• Emphasizes safety precautions and uses accepted training and injury procedures.
• Conducts oneself and teams in an ethical manner during practice and in contests.
• Reports outcome of contests to the Athletic Department.
• Instructs players on rules and rule changes, and new ideas and techniques.
• Provides the Athletic Director and Associate Athletic Director with a copy of all general correspondence and bulletins to student athletes and parents.
• Adheres to the rules and regulations of Marlborough School.
• Attends all Athletic Department and League scheduled meetings as requested by the Head Coach/Athletic Department.
• Assists the Athletic Department on the systematic return of all school equipment/uniforms at the end of the season.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Previous coaching experience in Track & Field at the high school or club level.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of Track & Field techniques, strategies, and training methods.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor student-athletes.
• Commitment to promoting a positive and inclusive team environment.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Must pass a background check.
• Practices and races may take place outside in various weather conditions.
• Flexible schedule required, including evenings and weekends.

Pay

$25 to $40 an hour