Girls Cross Country Varsity Coach
Tri-Creek School Corporation, Lowell, IN, United States
Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
Date Posted: 5/16/2025
Location: Lowell Senior High School
BUILDING/DEPARTMENT Lowell High School
ACTIVITY Athletics
POSITION Girls Cross Country Varsity Coach
Overview and Purpose
The Cross Country Varsity Coach is responsible for coaching student-athletes in strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. The coach motivates student-athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport. Works closely with student-athletes to develop good character on and off the field. Assists teachers, counselors, and other school personnel with student-athlete attendance, academics, and behavior in and out of cross country season.
Student Eligibility and Program Size
LENGTH OF PROGRAM
In-Season: 11 weeks, 14 contests, Monday-Saturday
Out-of-Season: Limited Contact Winter: 18 practices, Limited Contact Spring: 12 practices, Summer: 8 weeks
Meetings and Activities
Attends organizational meetings for the team and coaches
Participates in special activities to include banquets, awards nights, and pep assemblies
Attends annual athletic department meetings and seasonal player/parent meetings
Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance
Responsibilities and Duties
Assesses players' skills and assigns team positions
Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development
Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport
Observes players, during competitions and practices, to determine the needs for individual or team improvement
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times
Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met
Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury
Encourages players to play multiple sports
Follows IHSAA regulations governing the athletic program
Models sportsman-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators
Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms
Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records
Other Information
Assists in conducting a youth camp during the summer
Assists in conducting fundraiser(s) when permitted and approvedPerforms any other related duties as assigned by the school principal, athletic director, or other appropriate administrators
Works closely with the feeder program to foster growth and athletic development of future student-athletes
Is a participating member of state and/or national coach's association
Provides transportation for team members via the Tri-Creek activity bus when applicable
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Date Posted: 5/16/2025
Location: Lowell Senior High School
BUILDING/DEPARTMENT Lowell High School
ACTIVITY Athletics
POSITION Girls Cross Country Varsity Coach
Overview and Purpose
The Cross Country Varsity Coach is responsible for coaching student-athletes in strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. The coach motivates student-athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport. Works closely with student-athletes to develop good character on and off the field. Assists teachers, counselors, and other school personnel with student-athlete attendance, academics, and behavior in and out of cross country season.
Student Eligibility and Program Size
LENGTH OF PROGRAM
In-Season: 11 weeks, 14 contests, Monday-Saturday
Out-of-Season: Limited Contact Winter: 18 practices, Limited Contact Spring: 12 practices, Summer: 8 weeks
Meetings and Activities
Attends organizational meetings for the team and coaches
Participates in special activities to include banquets, awards nights, and pep assemblies
Attends annual athletic department meetings and seasonal player/parent meetings
Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance
Responsibilities and Duties
Assesses players' skills and assigns team positions
Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development
Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport
Observes players, during competitions and practices, to determine the needs for individual or team improvement
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times
Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met
Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury
Encourages players to play multiple sports
Follows IHSAA regulations governing the athletic program
Models sportsman-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators
Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms
Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records
Other Information
Assists in conducting a youth camp during the summer
Assists in conducting fundraiser(s) when permitted and approvedPerforms any other related duties as assigned by the school principal, athletic director, or other appropriate administrators
Works closely with the feeder program to foster growth and athletic development of future student-athletes
Is a participating member of state and/or national coach's association
Provides transportation for team members via the Tri-Creek activity bus when applicable
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