Girls on the Run Coaches Needed

Two Seasons (10 weeks):

Fall Season: September-November

Spring Season: February- April

Practices are after school, usually around 2:00-3:30

Each season Girls on the Run of Union County identifies and selects a dynamic group of coaches to lead each of our teams of 8-15 girls. Coaches are parents, teachers, school administrators, college students and other community members who are committed to developing and celebrating our girls.

REQUIREMENTS

• Head coach must be a woman
• Must be at least 18 years old (junior coaches can be under 18)
• CPR and First Aid certified (free training provided by GOTR)
• Must consent to and complete a background check
• Attend Girls on the Run coach training
• Attend all (two) practices per week for a weekly time commitment of approximately 4 hours
• Have fun!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a role model for program participants
• Prepare, organize and supervise weekly lessons (all lessons & materials provided by GOTR)
• Collaborate with other coaches for successful lesson delivery
• Facilitate communication with parents/guardians of program participants
• Participate in the Girls on the Run 5K
• Plan and coordinate your team’s end of season party