Head Track Coach

Girls Global Academy is a community of dedicated innovators who believe girls matter. Through our daily work, we are committed to actions that equip the next generation of leaders to navigate the world with confidence and compassion to succeed in any path they may choose. Our approach to education will allow girls to develop strong voices that inspire change.

Because you matter - this is who we are looking for:

• You are highly qualified and mission oriented
• You are passionate about all girls high school education
• You are flexible and adaptable to change and excited about working in a start-up school environment
• You are a self-starter, problem solver and have a growth mindset
• You are committed to assisting the school becoming Tier 1

If you meet these ideals - we want to speak with you about joining our team!

About Founding Track Coach

Coaching at GGA starts with our mission in mind; this opportunity is about extending the mission beyond the classroom which includes building strong relationships, focusing on safety in all its forms, and developing girls to be leaders in the world. We are looking for a coach with the skills needed to successfully develop student athletes and understand that academics come first.

Qualifications

• You have at least one to two years of experience in coaching
• Coaching experience in Track or other running sports preferred
• CPR Certification - Required
• First Aid Training - Required
• Coaching Certification - Preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Build the program from the ground up including skills based learning, character development, promote sportsmanship
• Promote the team and assist with recruiting student of student athletes
• Create and plan practice and game schedules
• Coach the team and individuals to help them development their individual skills and teamwork
• Attend all scheduled events - including practice, games, banquets, coaches meeting, etc
• Communicate clearly and consistently with families

Compensation

• Contracted and Part Time Position
• Stipend is based on experience and scope but would range between 2,000 to 5,000

About Our School

Girls Global Academy (GGA) is an all-girls public charter high school in Washington, DC. Our schools program has three primary focuses:

1. International Baccalaureate academics, combined with distinctive engineering and business pathways;
2. A school culture that values all learners by working daily to fulfill the four promises of sisterhood, scholarship, service and safety;
3. Service learning projects that extend rigorous academics to provide meaningful experiences outside the classroom

Our Founding Members:

You will be an integral part of founding our school. You understand that starting and growing a school is hard work, so founding members are empowered to take ownership over the work and have a responsibility to each of our students. You are truly a part of a resilient team that has an all-hands-on-deck mentality and faces challenges head on with clear communication. Our 2024 graduating class needs founding members that believe in our students, maintain strong community norms for interpersonal interactions, and in our four pillars of sisterhood, scholarship, service, safety.

Our Commitments to Staff:

• Personalized professional development tailored to your needs as an educator
• Support and coaching from an experienced leadership team
• A seat at the table where you are a decision maker in an equitable and inclusive environment
• Work-life rhythm where you are encouraged to make self care a priority

How to Apply

Please submit your application to our online system. All applicants will have to pass a background check. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. No phone calls, please.