Assistant Cross Country Coach / JCHS

Jersey Community Unit School District No. 100
100 Lincoln Ave., Jerseyville, IL 62052

618-498-5561

Job Description

Position: Assistant Cross Country Coach - JCHS

School Year: 2025-26

Job Summary

The JCHS assistant cross country coach assists the head coach in directing and coordinating the planning, organizing,
and coaching of the Jersey Community High School cross country program. The assistant coach works under the
supervision of the head coach, activities director, and building principal .

Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist the head coach in providing leadership and instruction in the cross country program, school, and

• Model sportsmanship and maintain appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
• Establish and maintain open communication with student-athletes, parents, administrators, and teachers.
• Encourage potential student athletes to participate in the program.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect the safety and well-being of student athletes.
• Ensure the staff and players are in compliance with the Jersey CUSD #100 Board Policies, JCHS Co-Curricular

Code of Conduct, Mississippi Valley Conference (JCHS) policies, Metro East Athletic Conference (MEAC),
IHSA (JCHS) and IESA (JCMS) policies and regulation..

• Study, evaluate, and implement innovations in the program.
• Represent the JCHS Athletic Department in a professional way on and off the field.
• Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within the program and ensure these items are clean, in good

1. Build and Maintain Winning Programs
2. Academic Achievement
3. Strength and Conditioning Program Excellence
4. Sportsmanship, Character, Loyalty, and Integrity
5. Contributions to Life Success of Students
6. School Loyalty and Support
7. Gender, Minority, and Program Equity
8. Encourage Participation/Involvement
9. Community Service
10. Support All Extra-Curricular Programs

Building / Location

Jersey Community High School

Disclaimer

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people
assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time
to time, as needed.

Qualifications

Illinois Professional Educator License and/or ASEP Certification. Coach must be 21 years of age. Coaching
experience preferred.

Compensation

$3,897.52

Application Procedures

Candidates are invited to apply by submitting the following information digitally to Dr. Jason Brunaugh, Director of
Finance and Human Resources, at jason.brunaugh@jersey100.org:

Internal Candidate

• Formal letter of interest

External Candidate

• Formal letter of interest
• Resume
• Three letters of reference

• Employment Application (Not applicable for long-term subs)

(Educators / Coaches - Include all items below that apply)

• Proof of Licensure in the State of Illinois as an educator (teachers, paraprofessionals)

(Applicant should have official transcripts sent from the institution when requested by District
ASEP Certification (coaches only)

Jersey Community District No. 100 offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including many professional
development opportunities and an instructional climate that is second to none. An FBI fingerprint/background check will be
required of all candidates who are hired.

Applicants for admission or employment, students, parents of elementary and secondary school students, employees, sources of
referral, and all professional organization that have entered into agreements with Jersey Community Unit School District No. 100 are
hereby notified that our school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, or disability
in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Inquiries or concerns regarding the application
of this notice may be referred to our School District’s Compliance Coordinator for civil rights laws. Any person who is unable to
resolve a problem or grievance arising under Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational
Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other federal laws
and regulations may contact the Office for Civil Rights. Any person having questions regarding the above is directed to contact
Jersey Community Unit School District No. 100, Non-discrimination Liaisons, Mr. Cory Breden or Dr. Kate Sievers at 100 Lincoln
Ave., Jerseyville, IL 62052, or call 618-498-5561.

4/10/2025