2025-2026 - Athletics - Head Varsity Cross Country Coach

Isidore Newman School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Varsity Cross Country Coach to lead and develop our cross-country program. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's or master's degree and has a minimum of three years of experience in both teaching and coaching. This role may be structured as a full-time teaching or student support position within one of our four divisions, or as a certified, part-time seasonal external coach. Additionally, there is an expectation that this individual will have the opportunity to contribute as an assistant coach in either the winter or spring athletic seasons.

The successful applicant will possess excellent speaking, writing and interpersonal skills; demonstrate strong instructional and classroom management skills; extensive knowledge in the teaching and coaching in the sport of cross country; be technologically savvy and computer literate; have an abiding interest in helping students experience academic, athletic and social growth; contribute to school activities outside of the assigned classroom or sport; possess a strong understanding of the developmental level of the students and athletes they teach; believe deeply in the value of establishing strong relationships with students while maintaining high expectations; genuinely love to work with children and other like-minded educators. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate a strong aptitude for cultural competency.

Teaching Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement engaging daily lesson plans that align with the academic department's curriculum and school's pedagogical ethos.
• Foster a growth mindset among all students.
• Communicate with parents, advisors, class deans and administrators as needed to support student learning.
• Write clear, detail-oriented report card comments that help parents and stakeholders understand the progress of the child in our curriculum.
• Serve as an advisor to a small group of students.
• Implement classroom and communication practices that foster the growth of ethical behavior, social skills and excellent work habits.
• Participate as a positive, collaborative and innovative team member who will support the mission and culture of the division of the school.
• Model appropriate daily professional standards and ensure that students and athletes adhere to behavioral expectations of the school.

Coaching Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong acumen for coaching cross country, grades 6-12.
• Plan and execute practice and meet plans which meet the differentiated needs of our student athletes including whole group, small group and individual instruction.
• Work closely with the Director of High Performance to ensure that the cross-country student athletes, grades 9-12, are physically fit and conditioned for the sport of cross country.
• Collaborate positively with colleagues within the entire cross-country staff and athletic department while demonstrating a consistent growth mindset. 
• Serve as an assistant varsity coach for a winter or spring sport.
• Facilitate the educational, athletic, and social development of the student athletes. 
• Assess student athletes in a variety of ways, both formal and informal, and use these assessments to guide instruction for student athlete growth and development.
• Create an environment of respect which is safe and conducive to learning.
• Use instructional time effectively.

To apply, please provide a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. Candidates will be asked for sample practice plans and a coaching philosophy later during the interview process.