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The Head Coaches main responsibility is to prepare and deliver the Girls on the Run cirriculum for the 14 week season. Throughout the lessons the coach will serve as a role model having a healthy lifestyle and positive attitude. Most importantly, the Head Coach will have fun with the girls and encourage positive behaviors. For more information or to apply for a coaching position, please click here to volunteer questionnaire
Goals:
- Prepare delivery of Girls on the Run lessons for each session
- Serve as a role model for the girls by being on time, listening attentively, by having a positive demeanor and outlook, and by leading a healthy lifestyle
- To encourage girls as they play games and participate in activities
- To coach the girls on proper stretching, running form and hydration
- To mediate disputes amongst girls in an immediate and repectful manner
- To attend end of the season 5K runs and encourage the girls participation
- Attend regularly scheduled coaches' meetings
- Coordinate race registration with the girls and the GOTR office staff
- Recruit running buddies for your girls and coordinate their race needs
- To adminster the pre and post test with the girls
- Return all coaching materials as received in a timely manner
- To be yourself�and have fun!
Commitment:
- Availability once a week for 14 weeks for 2 hours (between 2-5pm)
- Allow time for lesson preparation
- Must attend end of the season 5K run and cheer!
Requirements:
- CPR & First Aid certification (Optional, but preferred) (adult, child and infant)
- Completed application and non-compete form
- Background check
- Attendence at 4-hour training session with Executive Director
- Attendance at coaches meetings and end of the season celebration
Click here to download a volunteer questionnaire Please mail the form to the address on the first page.
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The Assistant Coaches' main responsibility is to serve as an encourager, cheerleader and *superstar* supporter during workouts and 5K runs. The Head Coach will need your assistance in many of the activities and workouts.
Goals:
- Attend all lessons and assist with the various activites and workouts
- Run and/or walk with girls during workouts to provide encouragement
- Give advice on running, speed-walking and pacing
- Help the coach prepare for lessons as needed
- Provide administrative assistance with mailings and other duties
Commitment:
- Availability once a week for 14 weeks for 2 hours (between 2-5pm)
- Must attend end of the season 5K run and cheer!
Requirements:
- Completed application and non-compete form
- Background check
- Attendance at 4-hour training session with Council Director
- Attendance at coaches' meetings and end of the season celebration
Click here to download a volunteer questionnaire. Please mail the form to the address on the first page.
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