Cross Country - Varsity Assistant Coach

id='p1320_'>Cross Country - Varsity Assistant Coach JobID: 1320

Position Type:

Athletics/Activities/Coaching

Date Posted:

6/8/2026

Location:

Scarsdale High School

Date Available:

08/24/2026

Closing Date:

07/06/2026

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Cross Country - Varsity Assistant Coach

The Scarsdale Public Schools are seeking a dynamic and team-oriented individual who exhibits a love of learning and a genuine interest in the social, emotional, mental, and physical health of student-athletes. Applicants should demonstrate expert content knowledge and success in coaching their respective sport at the high school level. An ideal candidate will understand the benefits of an educational interscholastic athletic experience with a specific focus on player growth development. NYS certification in physical education or coaching license is required.

Scarsdale School District is an equal opportunity employer, and candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Has the ability to assist in the organization and supervision of a cross country program.
• Has previous successful coaching experience in cross country.
• The assistant coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.
• The assistant coach must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/her instructions and actions.

REPORTS TO:

The Athletic Director and Varsity Head Cross Country Coach.

JOB GOAL:

To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies approved by the Scarsdale Public Schools' Board of Education and helps the implementation by the entire staff of the sports program.
• Has knowledge of existing system, state, and league regulations and implements them consistently.
• Assists the Head Coach in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times.
• Serves as a mentor to each athlete to promote the development and demonstration in student athletes the character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
• Monitors a student athlete's grades and conduct.
• Follow procedures concerning injuries, medical attention and emergencies.
• Aids in the management and use of equipment and instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property.