About Girls on the Run Coach (Whitten Middle)

Girls on the Run to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident. Our volunteer coaches are the heart and soul of our organization. They are women and men who take great pride in role modelling caring, connectedness, and inner strength. Coaches are from all backgrounds and communities, all ages and professions, and often, are not runners! They reflect the girls and communities we serve and can be parents/guardians, teachers, or community members. Anyone who shares a common belief in the inherent strength, bravery, and limitless potential of all girls is encouraged to get involved.

Coaches are provided with all the training and support needed to have a rewarding experience with the girls. They gain as much from facilitating the lessons as the girls they are serving, and have a lot of fun too! It is truly a transformative experience, for both the coaches and the girls alike.

The Girls on the Run 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 entails approximately four hours per week for a 10-week commitment.

Training is provided in August in the Jackson metro area combined with an online component. Seasons begins the week of September 10 and ends with a 5k Celebration on November 18. This group meets Tuesday/Thursday 3:15-4:30pm. Learn more and apply at www.gotrms.org/coach.

REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 21 years old
- CPR and First Aid certified (provided by council)
- 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
-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

Application Process

To apply to be a Girls on the Run coach, complete an application (https://www.gotrms.org/Coach) and background check (details provided during application process).