Assistant Varsity Cross Country Coach

Description

About Francis Parker School:

Francis Parker School (Parker) is a coeducational independent day school in San Diego, California with 1,330 students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. Founded in 1912, the school’s mission is “to create and inspire a diverse community of independent thinkers whose academic excellence, global perspective and strength of character prepare them to make a meaningful difference in the world.” Parker has two campuses: one in Mission Hills (Lower School, Junior Kindergarten - Grade 5), and a second in Linda Vista (Middle and Upper School, Grades 6 - 12).

Job Description:

Responsible for the coordination or for assisting with the coordination of Parker sports program. This includes teaching, coaching, instructing student-athletes and performing other duties necessary to the development of players and teams, which demonstrates the skills and values of Parker’s Mission and the athletic department philosophy.

We believe that our athletic-based programs are an integral and valuable component of our students’ overall educational experience. We believe that student-athletes benefit not only physically and emotionally by participating and competing in sports, we believe that one of our fundamental responsibilities is to help student-athletes develop critical skills (e.g., teamwork, resilience, leadership, tenacity, etc.) that promote success in the classroom, in college and in life.

Requirements

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of sport including knowledge of all CIF and NFHS rules and regulations; skills, tactics and techniques.
• Organizes and supervises well-planned, safe and efficient practices and games by utilizing coaching staff effectively. Prepares team for competition.
• Conducts self in an ethical and professional manner and presents self as a positive role model for the student-athletes. Respects, motivates and inspires the team. Displays encouraging conduct and has a positive attitude with student-athletes, coaches, parents, officials and spectators.
• Develops team concepts in student-athletes within the values-driven framework of Parker. Promotes sportsmanship and respect for game rules and respect for officials. Provides a good balance between skill development and team concepts. Addressed each player as part of a team.
• Assists student-athletes to reach their full potential. Provides an enjoyable environment and experience.
• Handles administrative responsibilities such as resolving disciplinary issues appropriately and effectively; ensuring student-athlete medical and academic eligibility; and completing other administrative responsibilities timely and responsibly. (e.g. grade checks, student-athlete records, timesheets, human resources requirements). Acts responsibly with regards to equipment, uniforms, etc. such as assisting equipment and locker room personnel as necessary; assisting with planning and budgeting for the sport; and inventorying equipment.
• Communicates effectively with athletes, parents, faculty, administrators, other coaches, and the community as appropriate. Gets appropriate results to school and media timely. Promotes programs in the local and state communities.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one-year experience in coaching.
• High school or collegiate athletic participation or coaching is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to relate effectively with a variety of individuals to include students, coaches, other staff, physicians, parents, teachers and administrators.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends on a frequent basis.
• Physical activity such as walking, standing, running, bending, crouching, lifting, carrying, etc.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday after 3 pm, but weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.

Salary and Benefits:

This is a seasonal/part-time position paying $18.75/hr. This position is not eligible for benefits.

Non-Discrimination:

Parker values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds. All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, creed, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Application Process:

To be considered, interested candidates must submit the following:

• Online employment application.
• Cover Letter
• Resume

Your application will be considered incomplete if you do not include all required information, including completion of the Employment History, Education, and References sections of the online application, required attachments, and responses to all application questions.