Head Ski Cross Coach

Gould: Explore. Connect. Grow.

At Gould Academy, we believe education thrives at the intersection of academic excellence, experiential learning, and community engagement. Nestled at the edge of the White Mountains our 456-acre campus serves as a gateway to intellectual exploration, personal discovery, and transformative experiences. Here, education is not transactionalits boldly transformational, driven by a shared commitment to kindness, courage, creativity, and curiosity.

Our dedicated team of educatorsdeeply invested in fostering a supportive, inclusive environmentwork closely with students to cultivate confidence, purpose, and empathy. At Gould, the classroom is just one chapter in a much larger story. Our mountain campus at Sunday River, access to the world-class Maine Mineral and Gem Museum, the National Forest lands that surround us, and partnerships with local organizations offer students opportunities to explore, connect, contribute, and grow in ways that extend far beyond campus boundaries.

At Gould, were not just preparing students for diplomaswere preparing them to become thoughtful citizens, collaborative leaders.

Job Summary

The Head Ski Cross Coach is primarily responsible for the training leading toward USSA, FIS, and other non-sanctioned Ski Cross competitions. The Head Ski Cross Coach works with the Dean of Athletics to plan and execute both on and off-snow training sessions. Plans should be congruent with the schools current philosophy and follow the guidelines of safe and healthy competition as described by USSA/FIS.

The coach promotes a strong student-centered approach that exemplifies a respectful, inclusive, and dynamic environment. This involves fostering resilience, respect, inclusivity, and a sense of belonging among athletes. Adolescents under their guidance are empowered with agency, supported within a structured framework, and mentored for growth and development.

This position can be filled as a seasonal or full time position.

Relationships

All Gould Employees and Affiliates

Essential Qualities of Employment

• Team Building and Culture Shaping Mindset
• Ethical and Responsible Decision Making
• Effective and Culturally Responsive Communication
• Collaborative Framework for Innovation and Results

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Coach

• Coach ski cross athletes
• Prepare the training venue (course set, fencing, snow preparation, etc)
• Conduct trampoline/dryland/off snow training activities
• Manage athlete transportation for daily training and races
• Conduct regular video review sessions either on-hill or as soon as possible after
• Transport on-snow athletes to/from airport/training venue
• Assist athletes with gear selection and maintenance
• Coach and support commercial ski training camps that support underclass enrollment
• Coach and/or administer summer ski camps
• Coach and/or administer GACP Ski Cross Program
• Regular communication with athletes, parents, and faculty
• Participate in professional development clinics/training

Travel Protocol / Camps / Overnight Trip

• 24 hr supervisory duties to include downtime, warm-up and cool down training, supervised study hall, equipment maintenance, and nutritional health and sleep habits

Recruit

• Assists development of the recruiting process for on snow families to include:
  • Visit structure
  • Database management
  • Mailings and inquires
  • Identification of families
  • Specific travel for admissions purposes

Manage

• Submits daily attendance on BlackBaud
• Plan offseason on snow training camps May- October
• Manage year-long training and race schedule for athletes
• Plan and present coaches' education programming
• Manage athlete equipment in cooperation with Sunday River Speedworks and equipment manufacturers
• Plan and execute away competitions including travel, lodging and supervision
• Submit accurate Trip ITs and Trip Recons in a timely fashion
• Plan athlete travel for in-season race and training opportunities
• Support dorm coverage for Gould campus camps
• Manage and maintain alpine program equipment (gates, timing, video, etc)
• Write periodic athlete comments
• Ensure that GACP athletes comply with the Code of Conduct and the GACP Participation Agreement

Professionalism

• Attendance and participation in team and organization meetings
• Prompt and frequent communication with athletes, parents, and faculty
• Involvement with USSA and USASA regional and national committees
• Meet general daily professional standards regarding attendance, timeliness, and deadlines
• Adhere to policies in the Employee Handbook and Community Guide

Community Life

Faculty help to supervise students on school nights and weekends. The snow sports team is exempt from community duty during the Winter Trimester but is required to support vacation housing.

Other Duties

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. They will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisor(s) and/or the Head of School.