Overview
25-26 - Memorial - Track and Field Head Coach (Boys and Girls) – Madison Metropolitan School District
Purpose of Position : Seeking a high-quality and engaging Track and Field Program Head Coach to create and provide leadership in building a high-performing Track & Field program. Candidates must be able to positively motivate student-athletes to instill commitment, discipline, and teamwork. Successful candidates will possess a passion to work with / educate student-athletes, have a sincere interest in young people, and demonstrate a willingness to become an active contributor to the school culture, as well as be willing to work to establish a youth program to partner with the high school program.
School : Memorial High School
Employment Type
Exempt
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise the Track and Field program coaching staff, including Associate Head Coaches and Assistant Coaches.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Oversee training of the Track and Field program in conjunction with other coaches.
- Develop training plans for the Track and Field program in conjunction with other coaches.
- Assist in overseeing the running of events as needed and as directed by the Athletic Director.
- Direct competition planning for other coaches.
- Attend and coach at all practices.
- Attend and coach at all events.
- Monitor program members' school and practice attendance, event participation, and academic performance (grades).
- Enforce program policies and team expectations.
- Provide student-athletes with feedback about their performance related to their disposition, behavior, and skills.
- Manage program budget and organize fundraising efforts for the Track program.
- Coordinate competition and practice schedules with the Athletic Director.
- Coordinate off-season training and conditioning for the Track and Field program.
- In conjunction with associate head coaches, will assign job duties.
Qualifications
Knowledge of instructional techniques for Track & Field events.Current certification in CPR / AED from a national certifying organization or must obtain within one month of employment.If no teaching license, successful completion of an approved coach's education course (ASEP) or the ability to complete the course prior to the second season of coaching.Demonstrated ability to successfully coach in a diverse population.Ability to initiate and maintain open communication with staff, student athletes, and families.Competitive experience in Track & Field at the high school level.Previous coaching experience with preference for those with prior Track coach experience.Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to design and implement, a developmentally appropriate Track program.Evidence of knowledge of eligibility standards and willingness to reinforce good sportsmanship and compliance with athletic codes from members of the Track program.Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and supervise athletic teams with respect to schedules, equipment, student eligibility, and safety.Preferred : Valid teaching licensePreferred : College Track & Field coaching experiencePreferred : Demonstrated ability to successfully implement Track & Field systems in a high school settingLength of Work
WIAA 2025-26 Spring Sports Season
Working Conditions
Will be expected to work in evenings and weekends.
Physical Requirements
The job will require you to stand for extended periods of time, while coaching at practices and games.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and TrainingIndustries
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