Head Varsity Boys Cross Country Coach

St. Mark's School in Southborough, MA, seeks a head coach for our varsity boys' cross country team. This part-time position starts in mid-November and ends in late February. St. Mark's enjoys a rich history in the sport of cross country and is a member of the Independent School League. The ideal candidate should have an extensive understanding of the sport's fundamental and tactical aspects, several years of coaching experience, and a passion for helping student-athletes reach their potential on and off the course.

Qualifications:

Candidates should have at least 3-4 years of coaching experience at the high school and/or college level. Ability to attract and recruit student-athletes and families to St. Mark's who will contribute to the school's overall educational program. Ability to positively motivate, inspire, and serve as a role model to student-athletes.

Responsibilities:

Manage a Monday-to-Saturday practice and race schedule, including travel to away opponents. Organize and conduct carefully planned practices that foster development and preparation. Attract and recruit student-athletes and families to St. Mark's who will contribute to the school's overall educational program. Work with our athletic training staff to ensure the health and safety of all student-athletes. Communicate effectively with students, parents, alumni, and administration. Build a strong team culture that values leadership, service, and our school's values of respect, understanding, safety, and honesty. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Lauren Ames, Director of Athletics, laurenames@stmarksschool.org . About St.

Mark's School:

St. Mark's School is a co-ed, private boarding high school of approximately 375 students with a strong, college-preparatory curriculum located 22 miles west of Boston and 12 miles east of Worcester. St. Mark's School educates young people for lives of leadership and service. Founded in 1865 as an intentionally small residential community, the School challenges its students to develop their particular analytic and creative capabilities by both inspiring their academic and spiritual curiosity and kindling their passion for discovery. We value cooperation over self-interest, and we encourage all members of our community to explore their place in the larger world beyond our campus. St. Mark's School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or genetics, and any other characteristic or status protected by law.