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2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Sidwell Friends School, a coeducational Quaker day school, seeks a part-time seasonal Cross Country Assistant Coach for the Washington, D.C. campus. Leading with Sidwell Friends School (SFS) values, the Cross Country Assistant Coach reports to the Athletics Director and is responsible for initiating various aspects of the Cross Country Program such as recruiting Sidwell athletes; scheduling opponents; training and coaching the Varsity team; training and coaching student-athletes; participating in the selection and evaluation process for seasonal assistant coaches; participating in professional development activities that add value to their coaching performance; attending mandatory meetings, other training, and SFS community programming. Duties & Responsibilities Represent Sidwell Friends and the Cross Country Program professionally in all aspects, including during the recruitment of Sidwell scholars, training, and coaching the members of the Volleyball Program—model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities. Coordinate the development and promotion of the Cross Country Program; assess players’ skills and assign team positions; and determine game strategy based on the team’s capabilities and follow established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury. Organize and schedule practice sessions; organize and direct individual and small group practice activities/exercises. Plan, organize, and conduct a preseason meeting with all student-athletes and parents before the first official game. Maintain and secure all Cross Country equipment and uniforms. Abide by SFS, Independent School League, Mid-Atlantic Conference, and District of Columbia State Athletic Association rules and regulations. Maintain a high standard of integrity in all aspects of team management that fosters a culture that promotes the School’s Quaker values and the student’s academic experience and intentionally integrates the School’s core values as the framework to coach and build athletic programs. A thoughtful approach and desire to constantly improve and innovative thinking are essential to the success of this role. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications 1-3 years experience as an assistant or head cross country coach at the middle and high school levels Demonstrate effective coaching skills and techniques, and be knowledgeable of the rules, regulations, and strategies. Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students. Available to work nights and weekends. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate will complete and clear a background and fingerprint screening before the first day of work. Upon hire, they will obtain CPR Certification, First Aid training, Bus training, and other requirements immediately, upon hire. Compensation Stipend $2,675.00-$3,852.00. Stipend will be commensurate with experience and qualifications Diversity Statement Sidwell Friends School affirms the centrality of diversity and inclusion in all aspects of academic and campus life. Honoring a multiplicity of voices, we celebrate shared joys and address tensions productively. Together, we are guided by Quaker testimonies and seek to answer the question, “How do we nurture a sense of belonging in our community and demonstrate our commitment to a just world?” Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Part-time Job function Job function Strategy/Planning and Information Technology Industries Education Management Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sidwell Friends School by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Assistant Coach” roles. Montgomery Village, MD $20.00-$22.00 1 month ago Washington, DC $10,000.00-$12,840.00 1 month ago Boys Assistant Varsity Soccer Coach and Boys Assistant 7/8 Soccer Coach 25/26 SY Washington, DC $2,675.00-$3,852.00 2 weeks ago Washington, DC $2,675.00-$3,852.00 2 weeks ago Washington, DC $30,000.00-$38,000.00 3 weeks ago Upper School Assistant Athletics Coaching Openings Faculty Position - Part-Time Assistant Robotics Coach (Grades 9-12) Washington, DC $56,000.00-$75,000.00 3 weeks ago Arlington, VA $62,500.00-$73,000.00 1 month ago Program Specialist (Temporary-to-Hire Opportunity) Washington, DC $52,000.00-$62,000.00 6 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sidwell Friends School

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