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Franklin School

Cross Country/Track Coach

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$5.0K - $6.0K/mo

Cross Country/Track Coach (Fall 2026) Season Dates: August 2026 - November 2026 Schedule: Part-time, weekday afternoons with occasional weekends Compensation: $5,000 - $6,000/per season, commensurate ...

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How much do assistant cross country track coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant cross country track coach in the United States is $25.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Assistant Cross Country Track Coaches?

Assistant Cross Country Track Coaches support the head coach in training, motivating, and developing student-athletes in cross country running. They help plan and conduct practices, assist with meet preparation, provide individualized feedback, and ensure athletes' safety and well-being. Additionally, they may handle administrative tasks, such as travel logistics, equipment management, and communication with athletes and parents. Their role is crucial in fostering a positive team environment and helping athletes achieve their personal and team goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Cross Country Track Coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Cross Country Track Coach, you need a solid background in distance running techniques, basic sports science, and often a bachelor's degree in physical education or a related field. Familiarity with timing systems, training software, and sometimes first aid or coaching certifications is typically required. Strong communication, motivational skills, and the ability to build rapport with athletes are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure effective training, athlete safety, and the development of a positive and successful team environment.

What are some common challenges Assistant Cross Country Track Coaches face when supporting both individual athletes and the team as a whole?

Assistant Cross Country Track Coaches often need to balance personalized coaching for athletes at different skill levels while ensuring cohesive team dynamics. This can involve tailoring training plans, providing encouragement, and addressing individual needs without disrupting group objectives. Additionally, effective communication with the head coach and other staff is crucial for aligning on strategy and athlete development. Managing logistics for practices and meets can also be demanding, requiring strong organizational skills and adaptability.
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Assistant Coach - Cross Country/Track & Field, UTC Athletics

Assistant Coach - Cross Country/Track & Field, UTC Athletics

The University of Tennessee

Chattanooga, TN

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

The Assistant Cross Country & Track Coach assists the Head Coach in all facets of the Cross Country and Women's Track programs including but not limited to: competitive performance, student-athlete development, student-athlete safety, health & well-being, academics, compliance, recruiting, program development, fundraising, team travel, camps/clinics, game day management, alumni relations, and community engagement.  

Minimum: Requires a bachelor's degree and two years of experience coaching Cross Country/ Track & Field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. 

Preferred: Experience coaching NCAA D1 Cross Country/Track & Field is preferred. 

  • Direct coaching/teaching with the student athletes
  • Assists in travel arrangements, team operations, recruiting and compliance as specified below
  • Designs training plans and leads instruction for the jumps group, and assists with designing plans for the sprints group 
  • Assists in sport management by organizing, preparing, and conducting team practices, training, and competition
  • Performs recruitment of cross country and women's track & field student-athletes including but not limited to identification of prospective student-athletes (PSA), correspondence with PSAs throughout the year (emails, mailings, phone calls), PSA evaluations, PSA contacts, official visits, unofficial visits, recruiting services, admissions procedures, and all applicable compliance recruiting forms and/or logs
  • Works with student-athletes and/or specific running types as assigned by head coach 
  • Assists head coach with communication between department staff members (i.e. strength and conditioning, academic advising, sports medicine, equipment & facilities, marketing & promotions, sports information, and MocsVision)
  • Assists head coach with daily communications with student athletes
  • Assists head coach with community service and community engagement 
  • Assists with community relations and donor events
  • Assists head coach with camps and clinics
  • Assists with maintaining compliance forms and/or logs
  • Assists with team travel and recruiting travel
  • Assists with community relations and donor events

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

  • Knowledge of Intercollegiate Cross Country/ Track and Field
  • Knowledge of the NCAA compliance rules, especially recruiting 
  • Ability to travel extensively
  • Ability to deliver the same and consistent messages as the head coach about techniques, drills and plays and attitude goals
  • Knowledge of ARMS software

Review of applications will begin May 8, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration. 

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