Head Girls Cross-Country Coach

JobID: 3503

Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Coaching

Date Posted:
5/27/2026

Location:
Lake Forest High School

Date Available:
08/10/2026

Closing Date:
08/10/2026

Lake Forest High School is seeking a Head Girls Cross-Country Coach.



Description: The head girls cross-country coach will organize, coordinate, and promote quality coaching while carrying out the LFHS Mission and philosophy of the Athletic Department. The Head Girls Cross-Country Coach will provide effective instruction and assist with program management, demonstrate leadership that will ensure a positive learning environment for student-athletes, and will stress the importance of educational based athletics as a top priority. The Head Girls Cross-Country Coach will supervise and oversee the girls participating in the cross-country program at LFHS. The Head Girls Cross-Country Coach will demonstrate a high degree of ethics, professionalism, and be a positive role model for all student-athletes.



Qualifications:

• All coaches in an IHSA sport must hold a current Illinois Teaching Certificate registered in Lake County, ASEP certificate (American Sport Education Program) or have completed an approved National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) coaching certification program.
• Coaches must maintain current AED/CPR certification and meets all IHSA coaching certification annual requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates excellence in creating, supporting, and managing meaningful experiences for student-athletes
• Maintains the ability to make rational, sound decisions under stressful conditions
• Interacts and communicates effectively, professionally, and transparently with a variety of audiences (parents, staff, and students)
• Communicates and enforces clear expectations for athlete conduct and accountability
• Ensures active supervision of student-athletes during all team events and transit - to proactively manage a safe and respectful environment
• Operates strictly within school policies and implements regulations developed by the district
• Abides by the LFHS Athletic Code of Conduct at all times

Salary and Benefits:

• Per 2023-2028 LFEA CBA. No additional benefits associated with this position

Application Procedure: Interested candidates must apply online. Click here to access the online application.


For additional information, please contact the Athletic Director, Mr. Tim Burkhalter at [email protected].


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