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What do you need to be a running coach?

To become a running coach, you typically need relevant experience in running or coaching, strong communication skills, and often certification from organizations like USA Track & Field or the Road Runners Club of America. Knowledge of training plans, injury prevention, and motivation techniques is also important. Some positions may require a background in sports science or related fields.

What is the difference between Running Coaching vs Running Physical Therapist?

AspectRunning CoachingRunning Physical Therapist
CredentialsCertifications in coaching, sports science, or fitnessLicenses in physical therapy, advanced degrees in rehab
Work EnvironmentFitness centers, outdoor tracks, personal training settingsClinics, hospitals, rehab centers
Employer & IndustrySports teams, gyms, individual clientsHealthcare, rehabilitation clinics

Running coaching focuses on improving running performance, technique, and training plans, often working with healthy athletes. Running physical therapists diagnose and treat injuries, providing rehab and injury prevention. While both work with runners, coaching emphasizes performance enhancement, whereas physical therapy centers on injury management and recovery.

How much money does a running coach make?

Running coaches typically earn between $20,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and whether they work independently or for a team or organization. Many coaches supplement their income through private sessions, group training, or online coaching platforms, and certifications can influence earning potential.

Do running coaches get paid?

Running coaches typically earn income through client sessions, group training, or team coaching, with pay rates varying based on experience, location, and certification level. Many coaches work independently or for gyms, and some supplement income with online coaching or workshops. Compensation can range from hourly rates to salaried positions, depending on the employment arrangement.

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ATH - Assistant Coach - Girls Soccer

Adams County School District 14

Commerce City, CO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description


ASSISTANT COACH
SECONDARY EDUCATION
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:  Assistant Coach                  FLSA STATUS: Exempt                             
REPORTS TO: Head Coach                    PAY GRADE: Supplemental
LOCATION: Assigned Building                DAYS: Length of Season
                                                                 JOB ID & DATE: ATH- 02 | Rev. November, 2022
JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY
Assistant athletic coaches instruct and work with athletes to prepare them for competition.  Coaches help athletes to play their best individually or as a team in sports such as football, baseball, basketball, track and field, golf, tennis, and soccer.  They are experts on the rules, strategies, and techniques of their sports.  Coaches must also know about sports equipment, physical fitness and safety.
REQUIREMENTS
Education Level Details
    High school diploma or equivalent
License / Certification Required
    Must hold a current First Aid Card and a valid CPR certification.
Work Experience Required
    None
Other Skills and Abilities Required
    Must be knowledgeable of proper fitness and conditioning techniques necessary for athletes.
    Must possess a strong comprehensive knowledge of the sport, preferably having participated in the sport at a collegiate or professional level.
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated annually by the building/District Athletic Director. 
COMPENSATION

Coaches will be placed on the Supplemental Pay Schedule, based on years of experience for this position, per Article 11-3 of the Classroom Teachers' Association Certified Agreement. 
KEY FUNCTIONS, ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Fulfill the responsibilities of his/her teaching assignment as a first priority, if a district teacher.
  • Coach students in the fundamentals and techniques of the sport, in sportsmanship, and proper place of sports in learning discipline and team cooperation.
  • Adhere to the rules, regulations, stipulations, and policies of the Colorado High School Activities Association, National Federation rules, and Adams County School District 14.
  • Assist with supervision of athletes and adjunct personnel assigned to the team.
  • Communicate special needs to the head coach.
  • Be fair and consistent in all decisions and judgments related to the sport participants.
  • Perform other duties as prescribed by the Athletic Director.
 
Communication
  • Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
 
Professional Growth and Development
  • Attend clinics and conferences to keep updated on current trends in the sport.
     
Policy, Reports, and Law
  • Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local Board policy.
  • Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.
 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Athletes
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Environment: The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Movement: The position requires walking, running, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling.
Physical: The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.  Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.  The position requires lifting/carrying work related items typically weighing less than 40 pounds.
Location: Work is performed in gyms, offices, locker rooms, weight rooms, on athletic fields, buses, etc.   May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain control under stress. The position requires travel to various campuses, district meeting sites and conferences/meetings in and out of state. The position may require the employee to work some evenings and weekends.    This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
I understand, the above statements are intended to describe major job functions of this position and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.  The Superintendent or designee may assign additional duties when deemed appropriate.  Special Funding:  If my position is funded by grants, federal funding, or other special funding, I understand that my employment is expressly conditioned on the availability of full funding for the position.  If full funding becomes unavailable my employment is subject to termination, non-renewal, or reassignment as applicable.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed to the job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, ability, and physical demands required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.