At Pacific Ridge School, our mission statement drives all of our work: In a community that fosters academic excellence, ethical responsibility and global engagement, Pacific Ridge School prepares students for college and a purposeful life.

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is to teach, coach, advise, supervise, and care for student athletes. This position will work in partnership with the head coach to ensure alignment with the direction and philosophy of the Cross Country program. This position will also work in partnership with parents, advocate and promote the School and work collegially with administrators and fellow coaches.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to, the following)

• Assist the Head Coach of the Varsity Cross Country Team (Fall season)
• Embrace the School’s athletic philosophy while helping students develop their understanding of the core values.
• Strive for competitive excellence while growing and building the Cross Country culture in our community.
• Teach athletes the skills, techniques, rules, regulations, and ensure compliance of rules and regulations.
• Be responsible for the general health and welfare of student athletes and give appropriate attention to students- athletes who are injured or ill. This includes communicating all injuries to the Athletic Trainer.
• Partner with the Athletic Trainer to ensure student-athletes receive proper medical and physical training services.
• Ensure appropriate safety measures are observed when conducting team activities.
• Be responsible for the actions and conduct of the team whenever they are under your supervision.
• Coordinate all activities in preparation for scheduled competition (set-up and breakdown of facility).
• Attend all team practices and meets.
• Understand and uphold the guidelines in the coaching manual and the parent and player athletic handbook.
• Assist the Director of Athletics in any activities and events as needed.

Qualifications (minimum requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred
• 2+ years of coaching experience
• Collegiate level athlete or higher preferred

Preferred Skills

The School seeks to hire someone who takes initiative and responsibility for developing, nurturing, and growing our programs. A strong candidate will be extremely organized and will have the ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments. Additionally, the Assistant Coach should be prepared to work on a high performing team and have demonstrated the ability to maintain a positive attitude in all situations. The Assistant Coach should also be able to communicate effectively with all school constituents and display strong, positive interpersonal skills.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 4:00PM to 6:00PM (some practices and meets will end later than 6:00PM during the week and some will take place on Saturdays).

Pay

• Hourly rate: $17 - $20/ hour
• Total season earning potential: $2,500 - $3,000