LMS 1st Asst. Cross Country Coach

Nine Mile Falls School District

Job Posting # 45-26/27

Job Title: LMS 1st Assistant Cross Country Coach

Open: 7/28/2026

First File Review: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Position open until filled.

Support the Standard

The LMS 1st Assistant Cross Country Coach has the chance to make a real difference for students, whether they are experienced runners or trying a school sport for the first time. Working alongside the Head Coach, you will help create a team where students feel supported, challenged, and proud of their growth.

This is more than helping athletes run faster. It is an opportunity to build confidence, healthy habits, resilience, teamwork, and a sense of belonging that students can carry well beyond the season.

Salary: The salary range for the position is: Min. $1,530 to Max. $2,720. Salary placement will be at Step 0 of the Coaches Agreement unless documentation of experience is received per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The Collective Bargaining Agreement and Salary Schedules can be found on the For Employees page of the Nine Mile Falls School District website at 9mile.org. Nine Mile Falls policies and Procedures can be accessed online at 9mile.org under the Our District page.

Benefits: Paid Sick Leave (per Initiative 1433)

Work Location: Lakeside Middle School

Nature and Scope of Position:

The Lakeside Middle School 1st Assistant Cross Country Coach assists the Head Cross Country Coach in the instruction, supervision, and development of student-athletes participating in the middle school cross country program. The position supports practices, competitions, safety, equipment, eligibility expectations, and team operations in accordance with WIAA, league, district, school, and athletic-department requirements.

Position Reports To: Devin Bauer - Athletic Director, in coordination with the Head Cross Country Coach

Season: Fall 2026/2027

Valid only if student numbers permit by contract YES NO

Primary Job Functions

• Assist the Head Cross Country Coach with the Lakeside Middle School cross country program.
• Provide instruction and supervision for assigned student-athletes and team activities.
• Assist with practices that emphasize safe training habits, running fundamentals, conditioning, pacing, and age-appropriate preparation for competition.
• Teach individual and team skills appropriate for middle school cross country.
• Provide appropriate supervision during practices, competitions, travel, and other assigned team activities.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, respect, sportsmanship, and a positive team culture.
• Maintain appropriate team discipline and model professional, respectful conduct.
• Communicate participation expectations, team rules, and eligibility requirements to student-athletes as directed by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.
• Prioritize student safety and follow district procedures for injuries, concussion management, sudden cardiac arrest awareness, emergency response, and reporting concerns.
• Communicate with the Head Cross Country Coach regarding practices, competitions, student development, concerns, and program needs.
• Follow applicable WIAA, league, district, school, and athletic-department rules, procedures, and expectations.
• Maintain required certifications and complete required district and WIAA training.
• Assist with equipment, uniforms, inventory, facility use, and team records as assigned.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, families, coaching staff, school personnel, and administration.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head Cross Country Coach or Athletic Director.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or ability to obtain certification before the start of the season.
• Ability to meet Washington State Patrol and FBI fingerprint-clearance requirements.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to complete required WIAA coaching education and district-directed training.
• Knowledge of safe and effective cross country fundamentals, training practices, and student-athlete development appropriate for middle school students.
• Ability to instruct, supervise, and communicate effectively with middle school-aged students.
• Commitment to student safety, positive relationships, sportsmanship, and equitable treatment of students.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience playing or coaching cross country at the middle school, high school, collegiate, club, or comparable level.
• Experience working with middle school-aged students.
• Skill in encouraging young athletes while providing clear, age-appropriate instruction.
• A student-centered approach that promotes confidence, healthy habits, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Ability to support the Head Coach in maintaining a positive, organized, and inclusive cross country program.
• Collaborative communication with students, families, coaches, school staff, and administration.

APPLICATION STEPS

Please complete all steps in the Red Rover application process so that we may fully consider you. We are seeking the best applicant for this position and will give time and care to review your materials.

If an offer of employment is made, new employees must complete a background check for criminal history, including a fingerprint check by the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful outcome of the criminal history background check and approval by the Nine Mile Falls School District Board of Directors.

For questions, please contact:

Kyle Stussi, SHRM-CP

Human Resources Specialist

kstussi@9mile.org

(509)340-4302

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Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator

Jeff Baerwald

10110 W Charles Road

Nine Mile Falls WA 99026

509-340-4300

JBaerwald@9mile.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Michelle Mace

10110 W Charles Road

Nine Mile Falls WA 99026

509-340-4300

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