Position: Head Varsity Cross Country Coach

Classification: August – November (Honorarium)

Reports To: Athletic Director

About Us:

Lenawee Christian Ministries provides a Christ-centered education, spiritual development, and wellness services to the Lenawee County community, centered around Jesus Christ.

Position Summary:

Lenawee Christian School’s vision is to see students grow in their relationship with Jesus; strive towards their full potential, and to live a life of influence.   This role will join a coaching staff with the goal of developing student-athletes physically, emotionally, and spiritually within the environment of cross country.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cast a vision for program growth and development while maximizing the various resources available across the campus ministry.

• Plan practices that will be foundational for the development of proper team and individual skill development and training.

• Provide game strategy with the goal of competing in every contest.

• Develop a strong team atmosphere through positive individual and group activities, communication and coaching philosophy.

• Effective and appropriate communication to students, parents, officials, and other coaches.

• Assist student-athletes to understand and exercise their unique gifts and talents.

• Regularly share biblical teaching with student-athletes.

Qualifications:

• Christian Faith:

• Profess and demonstrate a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

• Adherence to Christian principles and values in both personal and professional life.

• Educational Background/Experience:

• The individual will be one called by God to the coaching profession and eager to intentionally share their personal faith through this environment.

•  A commitment to ongoing learning and the development of other coaches, students, and themselves.

•  A minimum of 2 years coaching at the varsity or higher level.

• CPR/First Aid Certification

Application Process:

• All interested candidates are invited to complete the screening questionnaire found at the following link: Screening Questionnaire 

• Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and list of references addressing their qualifications and commitment to the school’s mission to canderson@lenawee.org

• Lenawee Christian Ministries is an equal opportunity employer.