Assistant Cross Country Coach, Part-Time

Assistant Cross Country Coach Job Description

School Information:

Westover School is an all-girls' boarding and day school, grades 9-12 where smart, motivated girls become confident, connected women. We are committed to providing a college preparatory education in a small community atmosphere that emphasizes student-adult interaction. Westover, through program and faculty, endeavors to develop in each student the confidence and strength to shape their own life.

We are EMPOWERING students to be themselves, to make their own choices, and to appreciate diversity, resulting in young adults who find lives of purpose and meaning, who understand they can make a difference and who understand the power of relationships.

• Do you find joy and passion in working with adolescents?
• Do you put students at the center of their personal development and planning for the future?
• Does your leadership demonstrate engagement in and a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion?

Westover School is looking for an enthusiastic, and dedicated assistant cross country coach for the 2021 fall season which begins at the end of August and extends through mid-November.

Qualifications and Responsibilities:

• Ideal candidates will have experience coaching at the high school or college level and/or a successful personal background in running.
• Duties include supporting the runners and head coach at practices and games, and maintaining a fun and welcoming environment.
• Assume responsibility for safely and effectively coaching and traveling with Westover School cross country runners.
• Pass background check and other references, as needed.
• Practices will take place 3-5 days a week in the afternoons, and races are scheduled for Saturday afternoons as well as the odd Wednesday.

If this describes your coaching and leadership philosophy, we encourage you to apply. We celebrate diversity of all kinds and are committed to creating an inclusive culture built on a foundation of respect for all individuals. We seek to hire, develop and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Individuals from non-traditional backgrounds, historically marginalized or underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Westover School is located in Middlebury, CT; 45 minutes from New Haven, 1 1/2 hours from New York City, and 2 hours from Boston.

Application Notes:

Interested candidates should address these aforementioned qualifications and skills in their cover letter in addition to providing a résumé.

Westover School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.