The Head Coaches' main responsibility is to prepare and deliver the Girls on the Run curriculum for the 12-week season. Throughout the lessons the coach will serve as a role model by having a healthy lifestyle and positive attitude. Most importantly, the Head Coach will have fun with the girls and encourage positive behaviors. Based on our Curriculum structure and creating an environment that allows girl participants to be fully engaged, we have found that female coaches are most effective. 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 respectful 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 administer the pre and post test surveys with the girls
  
• Return all coaching materials as received in a timely manner
  
• To be yourself and have fun!

Commitment:

• Availability twice a week for 12 weeks for 1.5 hours (between 2-5pm)
  
• Allow time for lesson preparation
  
• Must attend end of the season 5K run and cheer!

Requirements:

• Child CPR & First Aid certification (we provide this free of charge to our coaches).
  
• Completed application and non-compete form.
  
• Background check.
  
• Attendence at 6-hour training session with GOTR staff.
  
• Attendance at coaches meetings and end of the season celebration
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Must be female.
  

Click here to download a volunteer questionnaire Please mail the form to the address on the first page.

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 activities 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 twice a week for 12 weeks for 1.5 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 6-hour training session with GOTR Staff (highly recommended).
  
• Attendance at coaches' meetings and end of the season celebratio.
• Must be 16 years or older.
• Male or female.
  

Click here to download a volunteer questionnaire. Please mail the form to the address on the first page.