Assistant Track & Field Coach - Sprints

Description

Menlo School is seeking an exceptional assistant track & field coach for the sprints. The successful candidate will have competitive sprints, hurdles and relay coaching experience either at the high school, college and/or elite club level, the ability to teach fundamentals, work closely with the head coach, and improve the skills of student-athletes of varying abilities.

This is a variable-hour, part-time position.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist with the organization and administration of the track & field team.

• Teach skills, technique and strategy in effective training sessions.

• Stay current on all Athletics rules and policies within the WBAL and CCS.

• Reinforce guidelines and team rules.

• Model the importance of sportsmanship and foster a team-player attitude.

• Provide a safe environment for student-athletes (physically and mentally).

• Work collaboratively and effectively with the Head Coach, Athletic Trainers, Sports Performance Coaches, other coaches, Facilities personnel and others in the Department.

• Ability to work with parents, faculty, staff and students in a constructive manner - even under stressful conditions.

• Ability to both represent as well as teach Menlo Athletics’ Mission and Values (attached) as an integral part of the educational experience.

• Ability to bring fun and joy to practice and competitions.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least three years prior sprints competitive experience and/or coaching experience at the high school, college and/or elite club level.

• Experience that includes knowledge of National Federation High School (NFHS) rules and regulations of the sport and a knowledge of adolescent psychology as it relates to sports participation is preferred.

• Possession of valid, unexpired CPR, and First Aid certifications.

• NFHS coach certification.

Menlo School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

MENLO SCHOOL ATHLETICS VALUES:

LIFE LESSONS THROUGH SPORT

Pursue Excellence

• Embrace and celebrate competitive excellence while taking responsibility for meeting the highest standards in both academics and athletics.

• Develop a growth mindset, build resiliency, and commit to continual improvement.

• Find joy in the process.

Celebrate Team

• Develop a sense of commitment to purposes larger than yourself.

• Cherish the legacy you’re inheriting and recognize that it is a privilege to play sport at Menlo School.

• Recognize that everyone on the team is valuable, and treat them accordingly.

Honor the Game

• Perform as ethical, responsible, and engaged members of ever-wider communities.

• Celebrate and honor your team, officials, opponents, school, fans and sport.

• Strive to compete at your highest level possible.

Uphold Strong Values

• Exhibit courage, appreciate inclusiveness and diversity, and commit to moral behavior.

• Act with integrity.

• Lead responsibly, with humility, honor, fairness, honesty, virtue, and character.

About us:

Menlo School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for students in grades six through twelve. Located in Atherton, California, and established in 1915, the School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the National and California Associations of Independent Schools.

At Menlo, we challenge, support, excite, and empower our students to pursue academic excellence, develop deep curiosity, and fall in love with learning through the exploration of an engaging academic curriculum and outstanding creative arts and athletics offerings. Our program is constantly evolving to ensure a relevant and responsive experience that prepares students to be ethical, high-character individuals who are equipped to meet the world’s most pressing challenges with integrity, creativity, and resilience.

Equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging are at the core of our institutional values. Here, we aim to nurture a culture of kindness, trust, and belonging where every member of our community feels welcomed, valued, and included. We are committed to honoring diverse backgrounds, identities, and ideas by engaging with curiosity, care, and compassion. We strive to ensure all flourish as a full participant in the life of the School and leave a lasting legacy as their best and authentic selves. A deep sense of belonging, grounded in our shared values of kindness, curiosity, empathy, and respect, is at the heart of these endeavors.

Our equal opportunity employment policy:

Menlo School is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants. We administer all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or domestic partnership status, disability, protected veteran status or military status, genetic information, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Pay range:

In the spirit of pay transparency we share the base salary range for this position for the 2025-2026 pay range will be $23.00 - $43.00 per hour. Base salary is exclusive of fringe benefits, retirement plan employer contributions or potential stipends (for eligible employees). Pay ranges at Menlo are reasonable estimates of what the School anticipates paying for a role but are not guaranteed. If hired at Menlo School, your final base salary will be determined by factors such as skills, education, experience, job level, part-time status and number of months of work per academic year. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity with our current employees as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the generous range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical for Menlo School in order to allow for future and continued salary growth.

Job ID: 348