Cross Country Coach (Co- Ed)

Supervises sport specific student-athletes and assistant coaches (if applicable) in accordance with the Gadsden Independent School District’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include adherence to the Gadsden Independent School District’s rules, regulations, and Athletic Philosophy; promoting and encouraging students to play sports; and treating student-athletes in a professional manner in conjunction with the athletic coordinator and campus principal. Other duties may be assigned. Philosophy - If a classroom teacher, gives priority to the professional performance, duties and responsibilities of classroom instruction. - Strictly supports and adheres to participation philosophy and guidelines as established by the Gadsden Independent School District Athletic Department – ALL KIDS WILL PLAY - Sets and defines high levels of expectations and character development. - Holds pre-season meetings with athletes and their parents to discuss philosophy, guidelines of the program, Code of Ethics, and responsibilities of the student-athlete. Prepares a written document in duplicate form that is to be signed by the parent. NOTE: The school athletic coordinator should receive a copy of this document prior to the parent meeting. - Makes athletic participation “fun”. - Promotes individual sport and encourages participation and involvement among middle school and elementary school students within the schools attendance zone. Expectations - Develops a program that will excel in athletic performance and opportunity, classroom achievement, and community expectations. - Creates an environment whereby athletes can achieve academic and athletic success. - Enforces the “Code of Ethics” for all athletes. - Teaches sportsmanship and sets an example of good moral and physical behavior. - Assumes responsibility for the conduct and well-being for all players and assistant coaches. - Conducts self in a manner, both on and off the field that will bring credit to yourself, your team, and your school. - Develops an open-line of communication with participants, teachers, administrators, and parents - Is loyal and trustworthy to the student-athletes, team, school, and Gadsden Independent School District. - Monitors academic performance to ensure the student-athlete is enjoying academic success. Rules and Guidelines - Is familiar with and follows the policies and guidelines of the Gadsden Independent School District and the New Mexico Activities Association. - Ensures that all required Gadsden Independent School District and New Mexico Activities Association paperwork is completed and signed on RANK ONE” before student-athlete is allowed to practice or play. Professional Responsibilities - Reports inappropriate behavior of any athletic personnel or participant to the Campus Principal and Athletic Coordinator. - Supervises and evaluates assistant coaches, cooperatively with the Athletic Coordinator, and assigns their respective duties and responsibilities. - Is responsible to the Principal and Athletic Director for the entire program, grades 7 - 8. - Attends professional meetings and clinics. - Works continually with the Principal, Athletic Director, Athletic Coordinator, and other coaches to upgrade the total athletic program. - Does not allow a injured participant to play until cleared by medical professional - Cooperates with and is responsive to the needs of other coaches and their athletic programs. - Encourages athletes to participate in other sports. - Cooperates with School Athletic Coordinator and other coaches in the scheduling and use of facilities. - Cooperates with the Athletic Director in arrangements made for travel Program Development - Promotes and supports athletic programs that involve mid-school and elementary school students. Program Coordination with the High School Team - Works directly with and supports the high school program and head coach. - Offensive and defensive strategies will align with the high school’s philosophy. Methods and Strategies - Instructs participants in safety-related issues and the need for reporting injuries to the coach. - Implements coaching strategies, in coordination with the high school program, that represent technical knowledge and reflects the ability to create, utilize or react to different game situations. - Uses coaching methods and techniques that represent an up-to-date philosophy, the ability to analyze and correct errors, and the employment of sound teaching skills and techniques. - Is innovative in using new coaching techniques and ideas. <p style="margin-left: 0.303897857666016pt; margin-t