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Head Cross Country Coach Harvard Community Unit School District 50, Harvard Junior High School, Harvard, Illinois Job Details Job ID: 5823386 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Jul 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Job Title: Head Cross Country Coach Job Summary: The Head Coach is responsible for coaching and providing direction to student-athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Qualifications: ISBE teaching certificate or ASEP certification IHSA concussion and PED test completed CPR/AED Certified Valid Driver’s License Evaluation: The supervisor shall annually evaluate the team leader. Such evaluation shall be reviewed with the team leader and made part of his/her permanent record. Reports to: Director of Athletics and Activities Terms of Employment: This is a yearly stipend position. Depending on the review of school needs and the evaluation process, the term may be extended annually. Compensation and Benefits: The details of employee compensation and benefits are comprehensively outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which is accessible at the following URL: Stipend Amount: Code 3 FLSA: Exempt Duties and Responsibilities: Follow district policies and procedures. Organize meetings for prospective club members and encourage participation. Assess athletes' strengths and weaknesses to tailor coaching. Create and implement workout schedules for individual and team development. Coordinate facility scheduling with the athletic director. Instruct players on rules, equipment, and techniques to improve performance. Develop strategies based on team capabilities. Enforce conduct standards and supervise athletes at all times. Track academic performance to ensure eligibility. Encourage high academic standards among athletes. Implement procedures for handling injuries. Maintain open communication with parents/guardians. Comply with athletic program regulations at all levels. Model sportsmanship and appropriate behavior for athletes. Represent the club by engaging with media and community organizations. Oversee the care and maintenance of equipment. Maintain records, including eligibility forms and equipment inventory. Attend professional development sessions to enhance coaching skills. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must have excellent planning and organization skills Must have ability to work collaboratively with others Must have strong verbal communication skills Must model a desire and willingness to learn continually Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, run, jump, stretch, stand, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. The employee may occasionally climb stairs, ropes, or ladders. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, and peripheral vision. The employee must be able to demonstrate the proper techniques and skills needed for athletic participation. ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification. This job description is intended to describe the minimum qualifications, duties, and responsibilities performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The District reserves the right to amend and change the position responsibilities to meet District needs as necessary. Position Type: Coaching Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Patrick Podgorski, Principal Harvard Junior High School Email: ppodgorski@cusd50.org #J-18808-Ljbffr

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