Cross Country Assistant Coach

Bishop Moore Catholic High School prepares students for life after high school by teaching them virtue and knowledge as they will need to be contributing members of society based on the Gospel message and Roman Catholic teaching. Bishop Moore, the largest private Catholic school in Orlando, Florida, serves families in the 9th-12th grades. We are dedicated to providing our students with "Virtus et Scientia" (virtue and knowledge) through educational excellence in a Christ-centered environment. We take great pride in our academic, artistic, and athletic programs-they are truly exceptional. Our spiritual connection and commitment to excellence set us apart from other schools.
The Diocese of Orlando's four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees:
1. Authenticity : Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living
2. Respect: Affirming each person's God-given dignity and uniqueness.
3. Courage : Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly.
4. Commitment : Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose.
Bishop Moore Catholic High School is seeking applicants for the position of Cross Country Assistant Coach for the 2023-2024 school year. This position is a seasonal position with a stipend. The role of the Assistant Coach is to be responsible for not only assisting the head coach in managing the student-athletes participating but also creating and developing an overarching vision and culture for the entire program. This includes character development, skill development, and student maturation, in addition to providing an appreciation for achieving a high level of discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork. This job requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student-athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents, and the community and follow the mission of our school. An excellent understanding of cross-country guidelines, regulations, and FHSAA requirements is supplemented by positive communication strategies, organizational skills, and safety awareness in this role.
Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions, to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship.
• Use a variety of instructional techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student-athletes in Cross Country.
• Determine the meet strategy based on the athletes' capabilities.
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property.
• Instill sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation at all times.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student-athletes, equipment, and facilities, including protecting students from hazing/bullying.
• Maintain and secure all cross-country equipment and uniforms.
• Follow established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury.
• Represent Bishop Moore Catholic and the Cross Country program in a professional manner.
• Maintain nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
• Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the varsity head coach and Athletic Director or other appropriate administrators
• Employment is contingent on the applicant passing a full background check.
• Upon employment, the individual will be subject to a 90-day probationary period.

Requirements
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Required):
• 2-4 years of experience coaching Cross Country, track, and/or distance running.
• Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills.
• Must possess knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, opponents, staff, parents, and students.
• Must be a self-starter and motivated person with high energy and discipline to accommodate the rigorous and early morning schedule of Cross Country.
Additional Knowledge/Skills/Attributes:
• Comprehensive knowledge of Cross Country and running is paramount.
• Knowledge of NFHS and FHSAA rules.
• Demonstrated ability to instruct and supervise student-athletes.
Skills:
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• The applicant must possess the ability to relate to students, teach them on and off the course, and serve as a positive role model and BMC Ambassador for all constituents.
• Former collegiate running experience is preferred.
Attributes:
• The applicant should be professionally calm and motivationally intense.
• The applicant should be energetic and passionate about the BMC community.
• The applicant should be a progressive thinker but a believer in planning and preparation.