Serving as a Head Coach is the most rewarding way to get involved with Girls on the Run and learn more about our program.  You get to experience the program first hand, feel a sense of accomplishment that you have made a difference in the lives of the girls and have a ton of fun with your team of coaches and incredible girls!

Summary:

The Head Coach is a volunteer position that works with a team of coaches to facilitate the Girls on the Run curriculum to program participants.  This position works closely with the Monroe County Council Director and entails approximately 4-5 hours per week with additional time required on two to three weekend days for: a one day six hour training; a community race event; and for First Aid/CPR training, if necessary.   

Core Duties/Responsibilities:

• Understanding and believing in the mission of the organization and acting as a spokesperson for the program. 
• Serving as a role model and mentor
• Preparing, organizing, and supervising the weekly lessons
• Leading the program participants through each lesson
• Interacting with parents of program participants; planning and coordinating the end of season banquet
• Attending 3-4 coaches meetings with the GOTR Monroe County Staff during the season
• Coordinating the community project
• Attending the end of season community 5K event with program participants and other volunteers

Qualifications:

• Female 21 years of age or older
• A strong desire to work in the field of girl development
• Experience working with youth
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to be flexible and to improvise when needed
• To inspire and motivate others to believe in the Girls on the Run mission
• High organizational skills
• The ability to recognize conflict and have the skills to help resolve it
• The capacity to work in a partnership with a co-coach and/or assistant coaches
• Attend a full day coach’s training with the Executive Director and/or Program Coordinator
• First Aid/CPR certification
• Background check required (costs covered by council)

Experience:

The ideal candidate would have the following experiences:

• Has worked directly with girls ages 8-11 in a girl-positive environment
• Strives to lead a healthy lifestyle
• Has awareness of the common and different needs of girls

How to Apply:

The easiest way to apply is by filling out an application at www.gotrofmonroecounty.org. Applications can also be mailed, faxed or emailed to the following: