POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Cross Country
DEPARTMENT: Calvary Christian Academy
REPORTS TO: Athletic Director
STATUS: Seasonal; Stipend
HOURS: Temporary
LOCATION: All Calvary Christian Academy, All Campuses
____ At Calvary Christian Academy, a ministry of Calvary Chapel, we are a community of Christian believers who exist to make disciples of Jesus Christ through a biblical school environment that prepares students to glorify God spiritually, academically, and socially. Our vision is to reach our community and change our world. As a minister and staff member, it is not only what we do, it is also who we are.
Purpose Statement: The Cross Country Coach is responsible for glorifying God mentoring, training, and disciplining student-athletes with integrity and excellence.
Scope: The Track and Field Coach cultivates relationships with all stakeholders to create the healthiest environment possible for the development and discipleship of student-athletes.
Specific Responsibilities:
Develop and cultivate relationships with: Student-athletes and their families Opposing school cross-country programs and their coaches. Create, execute and effectively communicate practice plans. Cultivate a positive Christian culture in the Cross Country program. Create a team schedule with other schools. Disciple young men and women, demonstrate a commitment to excellence and display character at all times Execute a coaching plan Attend Coaches meetings Be accountable for personal growth as well as church, outreach, and family Continuing education and mastery of the sport (i.e. running strategies) Assist with field/weight room/locker room set up and break down Counseling resources for the players
Qualifications/Skills/Gifts:
A strong personal commitment to Jesus Christ A strong commitment to the philosophies and Statement of Faith of Calvary Chapel Excellent communication skills A good working relationship with children, parents, and staff Able to control emotions; slow to anger Able to remain calm and organized during busy schedules Spiritually mature Able to counsel, comfort, and offer support to students Able to maintain order and structure in a large group of children Gifts of leadership, organization, and service Willingness to submit to authority Enthusiastic and positive attitude Genuine love for our student-athletes and each other 3 years minimum experience as a Track and Field Coach and/or college or professional playing experience preferred Verifiable history of mentoring and spiritual investment in former and/or current players Impeccable reputation in the sports community at all levels (youth, high school, college, etc.) Must be able to lift 40 pounds
Work Schedule: Weekdays: In-Season 5 afternoons per week Sundays: OFF