Head Track Coach
Classification: Stipend
Start Date: ASAP

Job Description

The Grace Christian Academy Head Track Coach oversees all aspects of the track program for grades 9-12. It is a seasonal part-time position, involving afternoons and some nights and weekends.

Qualifications: College Degree (recommended), Coaching Background, Acceptance of GBC & GCA spiritual standards for coaching.

Reports to: Athletic Director

Duties For the Head Track Coach:

1. Oversees Personnel for Indoor and Outdoor Track Teams

• Includes Assistant Coaches per season

• Includes student-athletes per season

2. Regulates student-athlete clearance

• Works with Trainer’s Room

• Sets up timely registration meetings

3. Promotes the Values of the Athletic Department throughout the entire program

• Hard Work

• Humility

• Teamwork

• Respect

4. Transportation to Athletic Contests

• Coordinates bus schedule to all athletic contests with AD

5. Game Officials

• Communicate home games with head assignor to schedule referees/officials/volunteers

6. Evaluates and Oversees Coaching Staff

• Reviews job description and expectations for all assistants

• Assess all assistant coaches and lower-level coaches by watching practice and games, and to offer guidance

• Advertises all job opening in athletics

7. Builds Relationship with league and statewide Coaches

• Represents GCA at all track meetings

• Attend and participate in TSSAA (state) Track conferences/meetings

8. Uphold State and School Rules

• Stay current with TSSAA (state) rules and regulations

• Convey new state and school rules with current BC High coaching staff

9. Assists With College Placement

• Works with Track athletes and Track Parents regarding the college recruitment process

10. Certified in State Requirements

. CPR Training

. Concussion Training

. Heat and illness

· Heat and Illness

Grace Christian Academy

Grace Christian Academy, a college preparatory school located in Knoxville, provides a rigorous educational program taught from a Biblical worldview for students grades K-12.

The faculty and staff at Grace Christian Academy are part of a collective team as they partner with peers, the administration, and families to carry out the mission of the school. Employees enjoy an extensive benefits package, including health insurance, tuition benefits for their own children, paid sick and personal leave. As a part of a school that seeks to lead, build, and equip students to become mature disciples of Jesus Christ, the faculty and staff enjoy a sense of fulfillment as they work together to see this vision accomplished.