Assistant Track Coach

Job Description

Assistant Track Coach | Tuscarora High School

The Tone:
This is a seasonal, part-time role at Tuscarora High School, located in Ashburn, VA, supporting the track and field program. Tuscarora High School is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic coaches to contribute to a successful Spring season. This position is vital for fostering athletic development, sportsmanship, and school pride among high school athletes.

The TL;DR
• Role: Part Time
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: Ashburn, VA

• Team: Works cooperatively with the head athletic coach and athletic department.
• Mission: To create and maintain a well-structured and effective track program that instills a strong desire to win, good sportsmanship, and pride in athletes and the school community.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Program Development: Work cooperatively with the head athletic coach to design and implement a structured and effective track and field program, ensuring a cohesive vision for the Spring season.
• Operational Support: Execute specific duties as directed by the head athletic coach and consistently attend all prescribed staff meetings to maintain program efficiency and communication.
• Resource Management: Identify and recommend essential equipment and supplies necessary for the successful and safe implementation of all aspects of the track and field sports program.
• Athlete Development & Conduct: Foster a strong desire to win, cultivate an attitude of good sportsmanship, and instill personal pride along with pride for the school and community among all athletes, while also recommending disciplinary actions for training rule violations.
• Departmental Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with the broader athletic department and be prepared to perform any additional duties related to the assistant athletic coach position as requested by the high school principal or athletic director.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Candidates must possess either prior coaching experience or have actively participated in track and field at the high school or collegiate level, demonstrating foundational knowledge of the sport.
• Experience: Required qualifications include current completion of CPR and First Aid training, or active enrollment in a relevant training course, ensuring immediate readiness for athlete safety.
• Skills: Proficiency in track and field coaching methodologies and a solid understanding of athlete safety protocols, including first aid and CPR, are essential for this role.
• Bonus: Preferred candidates will have experience as a teacher or a classified employee within Loudoun County Public Schools, or hold a Virginia Teaching License or current full-time classified employee status for Loudoun County Public Schools.