Varsity Boys and Girls Assistant Cross Country (High School)

Job Responsibilities

• Observe the rules of the PIAA, PIAA District 1, and the Bicentennial Athletic League (BAL)
• Provide leadership and general team management in the areas of daily practice, skills, and character development
• Remain current with theories and techniques in their sport
• Attend all coaches' meetings and collaborate with athletic director and head coach and student manager
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coaches, athletic administrators, students, parent body, and the community
• Evaluate and assess players' skills and select team rosters
• Responsible for team equipment
• Keep the scorebook current and available

Preferred Qualifications

• Clean driving record and ability to drive 9 9-passenger van
• Report areas of concern immediately to Athletic Directors - fields, transportation, facilities, opposing teams, student behavior, parent issues, etc.
• Initiate appropriate and regular communication with student-athletes and parents
• Follow school procedures regarding transportation, injuries, participation, meals
• Report and follow up with athletic trainer about injuries
• Write and submit individual comments on each student as scheduled
• Manage athletes at the appropriate level of the assigned sport
• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and academic advisement
• Enforce the CCS Student Code of Conduct
• Promote good citizenship through actions as a role model
• Conduct himself or herself according to professional, ethical principles that reflect favorably upon the individual and the school
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality pertaining to school and students' information, progress, and records
• Abide by the CCS Employee Manual and all current PA Public School expectations

Required Qualifications

• High school or collegiate playing experience
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• A positive student-centered approach to coaching
• A strong character with a team-oriented spirit, and the ability to connect meaningfully with students throughout our diverse community
• Considerable knowledge of and experience coaching, including competitions, practices, and strength/conditioning
• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to organize and prioritize work
• Experience working with middle and high school-aged students
• Strong affinity for the mission of Collegium Charter School and an educational philosophy consistent with the school's mission and values

Required Skills

• Drivers License and the ability to drive a 9 passenger vehicle
• CPR and First Aid certified

Required Clearances

• Criminal Background Clearance Act 34
• Child Abuse Clearance Act 151
• FBI Fingerprint Clearance Act 114