Assistant Middle School Track & Field Coach

Description

Open Position: Assistant Middle School Track & Field Coach

Direct Reports: N/A

Reporting To: Director of Athletics and After-School Programs

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt 

When Needed: February 24^th, 2025 

FT/PT: Part-Time Temporary

On-site or remote: On-Site

Pay rate: ranges between $1,200-$1,600 / depends on education and experience 

Why St. Thomas School?  

You thrive in a face-paced environment, working alongside others who share your ideals. You are inspired by children and appreciate their joy and energy. You enjoy making an impact and being part of something bigger than yourself. You believe that schools should be among the most innovative places on earth. And you are committed to excellence and professional growth.  

Who We Are:  

Founded in 1951 and located on the east side of Seattle in Medina, Washington, STS is a private, non-sectarian school for Preschool through Eighth Grade students. Our educational journey is defined by a cognitively engaging program with an emphasis on developing character, leadership, and a passion for learning and achievement. Our highly regarded curriculum prepared students to excel at future endeavors while honoring the school’s long standing core values.   

We commit to an inclusive and diverse community in which everyone can say, "I belong." We seek employees who are passionate, qualified, and offer diverse perspectives. We are particularly interested in the role education and a diverse learning environment play in promoting equity and inclusivity.  

We Foster: 

• A diverse, safe, and equitable school environment 
• Actions and advocacy that support our Core Virtues 
• Cultural competence, anti-bias, and social justice 
• Intellectually curious and engaged global citizenship 

Job Overview:  

Under general supervision, assists a Middle School Track & Field team. The season begins February 24^th and concludes May 12th.  Practices are held from 3:30-4:45 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays. Meets are held on Fridays from 3:30-7:00 p.m.

General responsibilities:  

• Discusses approach to team dynamics with Director of Athletics and After-School Programs and After-School Programs
• Manages player development based on program core competencies 
• Works with the Head MS Track an Field Coach and the Director of Athletics and After-School Programs to create practice plans that are skill appropriate
• Teaches appropriate fundamentals, techniques, and skills
• Is responsible for the health and safety of the athletes
• Articulates a well-defined and understandable coaching philosophy
• Applies developmentally appropriate and age-appropriate methods to coaching student-athletes
• Travels with the team for away meets against other local schools
• Emphasizes sportsmanship and leadership among athletes
• Clearly communicates to players, parents, administrators and staff
• Positively motivates athletes and promotes teamwork
• Attends all meetings and trainings as required by the league and/or Director of Athletics and After-School Programs and After-School Programs
• Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documents, including the Coaches Handbook
• Since safety and security are everyone’s responsibility, takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities; travels with first aid kit at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Education, Training & Experience:

• Demonstrated competence and experience in coaching Track & Field
• Competence and experience in field events: throws, jumps and/or sprints preferred
• Recent successful coaching experience in a Middle School environment preferred
• High School diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree in related field from a four-year college or university preferred
• Must possess or be willing to obtain valid First Aid/CPR card

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

•  Deep knowledge of the intricacies of the game of soccer
• Understanding of the developmental needs of middle school-aged students
• Efficient, well organized, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the students and program
• Professional manner, discretion, and appearance
• Sense of humor, energy and enthusiasm and ability to hold students and oneself to high expectations
• Ability to collaborate with assistant coach
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
• Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethic
• Proficient in appropriate computer skills
• Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk
• Ability to use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Some local travel may be required

 If this sounds like you, we'd like to hear from you. Please go to Apply Now on our careers website and complete our online employment application.  Then upload your résumé and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in and qualified for this position.   

www.stthomasschool.org/about/careers   

Position open until filled.  

No phone calls or drop-ins please.     

Thank you for your interest in St. Thomas School and this position.     

This description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.