High School Track and Field Head Coach (Spring 2027)

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Maranatha High School - Pasadena, CA 91105Position Type: SeasonalEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $5,000.00 - $5,000.00 CommissionTravel Percentage: 20-50%Job Shift: Sport event times varyJob Category: EducationPOSITION SUMMARY

Coaches are instrumental in fostering student personal growth and development in all interactions with student-athletes, not limited to competitions and practices.  Primary function: To develop Christian athletes while implementing an exemplary program that will effectively and relentlessly pursue victory without sacrificing intentional Christian character. 

 

STATEMENT OF FAITH
As a Christian individual, employed with a Christian institution, Employee acknowledges and affirms that Employee believes, embraces and at all times does and will follow the School’s Statement of Faith, as expressed in Exhibit A attached and incorporated hereto.  Employee shall follow Biblical patterns and principles and will manifest by precept and example the highest Christian virtues, values and personal decorum to serve as a Christian role model at all times.  Employee understands that continued employment with School is contingent upon this commitment.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
General responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.


•    Work cooperatively with the entire athletic staff
•    Maintain good public relations with media, board members, parents, officials, players, and fans 
•    Demonstrate professional growth
•    Provide game results to Athletic Department and Max Preps 
•    Demonstrate leadership skills and Godly characteristics 
•    Accept responsibilities outside the team as they relate to the school and community (i.e. Fresh Start Day, Open House)
•    Assume responsibility for care of materials, equipment and facilities
•    Assume responsibility for reporting necessary facility issues or repairs to Athletic Department
•    Perform seasonal inventory of all equipment and uniforms
•    Be responsible for game day set-up and clean-up of the facilities
•    Work with Athletic Department to locate and secure necessary off-campus facilities (golf, tennis, softball, baseball, cross country/track)
•    Assume responsibility for a clean, safe environment for student-athletes committed to the coach’s care.
•    Responsible for requesting necessary transportation in a timely manner (through Athletic Department)
•    Responsible for communicating practice schedules with Athletic Department 
•    Create pre-season/non-league schedule for program  
•    Demonstrate an interest in student-athletes and the overall athletic program
•    Encourage self-direction and self-motivation in students 
•    Create clearly defined standards of behavior and academic performance
•    Empower and lead a coaching staff in a Christ-like manner 
•    Demonstrate enthusiasm for coaching and learning

 

Other Responsibilities: 


•    Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with other organizations, ensuring the school is well received and presented professionally and positively
•    Respect confidentiality of all personal and organizational information
•    Assist in other duties as needed and directed by the Athletic Director

 

INTERACTION:
•    Interact internally with faculty, staff, and students. Interact externally with parents, schools, and the community.
•    Practice and promote positive interaction with and among student-athletes, the school and community. 

 

COMMUNICATION:
•    Communicate well with parents and student-athletes about goals, expectations, evaluations, grades, practice dates and times, game schedule, and any other pertinent information/content.

 

CERTIFICATIONS:
•    CIF Coaching requirements as deemed necessary by athletics administration 
•    CPR & First Aid Certification is required for Coaches at all levels (i.e. varsity, junior varsity, frosh)
 
Qualifications 

JOB-RELATED QUALIFICATIONS STANDARDS:
Education 
•    Minimum Education requirements are dependent upon the level of coaching required

 

Work Experience 
•    Minimum of one year coaching desired 
•    Experience coaching at the high school level or higher desired
•    Experience coaching in a Christian school or faith-based organization and/or non-profit organization desired

 

Language Skills
•    Requires excellent verbal and written English communication skills
•    Ability to effectively respond to questions from staff, students, parents, and vendors

 

Additional Requirements
•    A good, helpful attitude and a team spirit is the hallmark of the support staff at MHS
•    Coaches are encouraged to be active in their local churches

 

Mental Demands
•    Accept responsibility for own actions
•    Follow through on commitments


            
Terms 
•    At-will
•    Stipend
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