Head Varsity Cross Country Coach

Responsibilities

• Formulates objectives for the upcoming sport season
• Keeps abreast of new ideas and techniques by attending clinics and workshops, researching in his/her field and encouraging the other coaches to do the same
• Remains knowledgeable of rules and regulations concerning his/her sport and keeps abreast of changes
• Adheres to proper procedures for out-of-season practices according to MIAA guidelines, as well as the rules and regulations of Indian Creek School
• Adheres to the rules and regulations of Indian Creek School
• Selects and maintains equipment and keeps an accurate inventory
• Affixes to the Athletic Director as needed

In-Season Responsibilities

• Before Season:
  • Works with the Athletic Director to ensure all positions have been staffed within the Cross Country program
  • Assists the Athletic Trainer with ensuring all athletes are cleared for participation
  • Reviews the School's policy on injury reporting and insurance procedures
  • Selects and instructs team managers on proper care of equipment, facilities, and other duties as assigned
  • Double checks arrangement for all bus/van trips with Athletic Director
  • Administers a pre-season parent meeting and clarifies all rules, regulations, and expectations for the upcoming season
  • Organizes a pre-season meeting with the complete Cross Country staff
  • Provides the Athletic Director with proof of Red Cross, First Aid and CPR certification, as well as all other required training
  • Ensures the coaching staff has completed all required training prior to start of the season
• During Season:
  • Assumes responsibility for ongoing care of equipment and facilities being used
  • Assumes supervisory control over all phases of teams in the program
  • Organizes and schedules practice sessions on a regular basis with the idea of developing the athlete's greatest potential
  • Applies discipline in a firm and positive manner as outlined in the athletic policy
  • Ensures that facility regulations are understood and enforced
  • Emphasize safety precautions and uses accepted training and injury procedures
  • Conducts oneself and teams in an ethical manner during practice and in contests
  • Reports the outcomes of contests to the media and the Athletic Director
  • Instructs players on rules and rule changes, and new ideas and techniques
  • Affixes to the varsity team and coaches, in all interscholastic activities
  • Attends all Athletic Department, and League scheduled meetings
• End of Season:
  • Arranges for the systematic return of all school equipment/uniforms and holds the athlete responsible for all equipment/uniforms not returned
  • Recommends student athletes who have fulfilled requirements for athletic letters, certificates, or special awards
  • Recommends additions and/or improvements for the care and maintenance of facilities
  • Recommends personnel for assistant coaching positions to the Athletic Director
  • Selects equipment and makes recommendations for purchases
  • Maintains records of team and individual accomplishments
  • Evaluates past season