JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Cross-Country Assistant Coach
DURATION: August 5, 2026 - November 28th, 2026
REPORTS TO: Director of Athletics
COMPENSATION: $4,500 estimated stipend depending on experience
Located in the Presidio of San Francisco, The Bay School is an independent,
college-preparatory high school committed to equity and belonging within Bay and
beyond. The school seeks to provide its students with a challenging, innovative
curriculum and a collaborative, supportive community. Our staff and faculty
members (“staffulty”) foster and model curiosity, critical thinking, intentionality, open
dialogue, and good humor. Bay students have been described as engaged and
thoughtful self-advocates who value community and courage. Please visit our
precepts and academics pages to learn more about our school.
The Bay School considers all qualified applicants for employment and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, identity, national origin, ancestry,
age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression (SOGIE), ability or any
other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to having a staffulty and
student body that reflect the diversity of the Bay Area. We strongly encourage those
with a demonstrated dedication to social justice, collaboration, innovation and
student-centered education to apply. We encourage BIPOC candidates to apply.
The Bay School does not participate in the USCIS E-Verify program, and we do not
sponsor work visas.
Bay Athletics
The Bay School's commitment to athletics is based upon our goal to educate the
"whole" person and our belief that physical and athletic accomplishments have
important lifelong benefits. The school seeks to be known for its athletic
achievements, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit as well as to be respected for
the integrity and discipline of its players, coaches, and spectators. We are members
of the North Coast Section (NCS) and CIF, the Bay Area Conference (BAC), and Bay
Counties League (BCL).
Job Requirements
● Support 1 1⁄2 to 2-hour afternoon practices Mon-Fri, beginning no earlier than
2:45 p.m. and ending no later than 7:30 pm, as well as regular Saturday
practices at the discretion of the head coach;
● Attends all meets which may require being available earlier than 3:00 p.m;
● Attends occasional athletic department meetings and school events as
needed;
● Have or obtain NFHS coach certification;
● Job offers are contingent upon clear LiveScan fingerprinting and TB risk
assessment. Other requirements include completing first aid/CPR training,
mandated reporter training, anti-harassment training, bloodborne pathogen
prevention training, heat illness training, concussion training and sudden
cardiac arrest training. Access to these mandatory trainings are provided and
paid for by the school.
The Ideal Candidate
● Has strong athletic knowledge and experience in cross country and a desire to
build/maintain a successful program;
● Previous coaching at the high school and/or college level preferred;
● Experience running at the college level or above preferred;
● Possess a professional and positive demeanor when working with colleagues,
students, and parents;
● Enjoys working with and developing teenagers as student-athletes and good
citizens;
● Strives to build teamwork, skill, and sportsmanship as the cornerstones of our
track program;
● Finds resonance with the school’s mission and philosophy, especially with
regard to diversity, equity, and belonging;
● Has the energy to work in a small independent school environment;
● Possesses excellent organization, time management, and strong
communication skills;
● Demonstrates the ability to provide and incorporate constructive feedback as
a means to improve the student experience as well their own coaching;
● Seeks to serve as a role model for young student-athletes, understanding both
culturally responsive coaching and the social justice dimensions of education;
● Dedicates themselves to anti-bias and equity work;
● Commits to innovation, professional growth, and reinvention;
● 25-years-old or older with 5 years of previous driving experience, a valid CA
driver's license, and willingness to drive a school van to/from practices and
meets.
If interested in the position, please email all of the items below to:
[email protected], subject line: Cross Country Assistant Coach
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
● Cover Letter explaining how you will contribute to Bay’s athletic program;
● Resume/C.V.
Pay: $4,500.00 per year
Work Location: In person
