Head Track/Head Cross Country
- Spring Branch ISD
- Stratford High School, Fern Drive, Houston, TX, USA
- 05/27/2026
Job Description
Stratford High School (Houston, TX) is looking for a Head Track/Cross Country.
A valid CDL, or the ability to get one, is not required, but definitely preferred!
Teaching Fields: Social Studies, SpEd, possible others
Please contact Coach Rankin (jeffory.rankin@springbranchisd.com) for more information if interested!
Level
Professional
Certifications
Commercial Driver's License (CDL), First Aid/CPR/AED
Teaching Certifications
English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Classification
6A
THSCA Region (TX high schools only)
V
About Spring Branch ISD
Spring Branch ISD Athletics
Transforming lives through the power of sport
Mission
Every day we plan, practice and play to win. But that is not our purpose. Our purpose is our mission.
Our mission is to transform lives through the power of sport: one student-athlete, one team, one community at a time.
Beliefs
We believe our charge is to
- Build on the strengths and gifts of each student-athlete and coach.
- Provide every student in the system with competitive opportunities and quality experiences.
- Instill, in every student, the belief that they can achieve more than they think possible.
- Develop the mindset that every adult in our program is responsible for and committed to providing a foundation for all the student-athletes in our care so that they successfully complete some form of higher education.
Goals
- Work to gain organization clarity within the program surrounding our mission, beliefs, action plan, duties, job descriptions and processes to advance the work of our department.
- Create an assessment instrument for our coaches that can be used to provide critical feedback regarding their strengths and areas of improvement.
Programs
High school
The four comprehensive high schools will compete in a wide range of sports that are offered by the University Interscholastic League.
Students at Westchester Academy for International Studies and Academy of Choice who wish to participate in athletics will compete in the athletic programs located at the high school to which they are zoned residentially.
Memorial High School, Northbrook High School, and Stratford High School will compete at the 6A level in District 17-6A. Memorial HS and Stratford HS will be in District 19-6A for Water Polo.
Spring Woods High School will compete at the 5-A level in District 21-5A in Volleyball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Baseball, Softball, and Tennis. Spring Woods HS will compete in District 10-5A Division 1 in Football and District 19-5A in Swimming and Diving.
Spring Branch ISD Athletics has a history of competitive success and has claimed 16 state team championships overall as a school district. The first state team championship was won in Boys Track and Field by Spring Branch High School in 1966-67. Since then, SBISD teams have won state team championships in Boys Swimming, Boys Basketball, Football, Boys Cross Country, Team Tennis and Girls Soccer.
For questions regarding SBISD athletics, contact the district Athletics Department or the Athletic Director at your high school.
Middle school
The seven traditional middle schools will field teams in football, volleyball, basketball, cross-country, track and field and soccer.
Middle school contests occur at all of the stadiums in the district, in middle school gyms, and at high school track and field facilities.
For questions regarding SBISD athletics, contact the district Athletics Department or the Athletic Director at your middle school.
Living and Working in Spring Branch
To sum it up, a suburban, family-friendly vibe with every amenity a city can offer within a short commute.
Spring Branch is an outstanding community for both residents and professionals due to its exceptional quality of life and prime location. One of its strongest advantages for work and life is the convenient accessibility and commute afforded by its position near I-10, Beltway 8, and the 610 Loop. This accessibility is complemented by the district's affordable real estate with high investment value; compared to other close-in Houston neighborhoods, Spring Branch offers a lower cost of living and strong potential for property appreciation, making it a sound financial choice for families and young professionals alike.
For families, Spring Branch is highly attractive due to its top-tier education and family-friendly vibe, rooted in the highly regarded Spring Branch ISD and the community's general feeling of safety, with plenty of parks and green spaces. Meanwhile, for those who value culture and leisure, the area boasts an exceptional culinary and cultural diversity, renowned for having some of the city's best restaurants. Ultimately, it offers the best of both worlds with its suburban feel combined with city amenities, providing large, tree-lined lots and a peaceful atmosphere while still being moments away from major shopping centers and urban conveniences.