Head Football Coach - St. John Paul II Academy

St. Clement's School; White Rock; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Head Football Coach to develop a new football program. This role involves creating a positive team culture, mentoring student-athletes, and collaborating with school administration to align the program with Catholic values. The successful candidate will also hold a full-time teaching position, contributing to the holistic development of students. This is a unique opportunity to shape young athletes' lives in a supportive and faith-based environment, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of British Columbia. If you are dedicated to fostering both athletic and personal growth in students, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Excellent Benefits Package

Professional Development Opportunities

Mentorship Programs

Community Engagement

Moving Expense Claims

Qualifications

• Holds a teaching certificate and ideally coaching experience at high school level.
• Proven ability to inspire and motivate student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive football program emphasizing skill and teamwork.
• Lead and mentor student-athletes, ensuring their growth on and off the field.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Mentoring

Organizational Skills

Education

Certificate of Qualification or Independent School Teaching Certificate

University Degree

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

NCCP Safe Sport

Job description

WHY TEACH WITH THE CISVA

- Teach in a faith-based and culturally diverse school environment
- Classroom available upon hire. Not necessary to sit on TOC list.
- Mentorship and monthly opportunities for professional development
- Competitive salary and excellent Benefits Package, including CPP, Extended Medical, Dental
- Schools located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area and Powell River, close to the beauty and adventure that British Columbia has to offer
- If you live outside of the Greater Vancouver Area, learn more about claiming moving expenses on your next tax return on the Government of Canada website.

ABOUT

St. John Paul II Academy is a Catholic Independent coeducational 8-12 high school located in South Surrey.

St. John Paul II Academy is committed to forming young men and women in faith, knowledge, service and virtue. As part of our mission to provide a holistic education, we are excited to announce the establishment of a new football program. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Football Coach to build and lead this exciting new endeavor. The successful candidate will be dedicated to fostering the spiritual, academic, and athletic growth of our student athletes.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Overview:

The Head Football Coach will be responsible for developing and implementing all aspects of the football program, from team formation and training to game preparation and off-season development. This includes establishing a positive and disciplined program culture that reflects the values of Catholic education, including sportsmanship, teamwork, and integrity. The coach will begin this journey by starting a Grade 8 team in the fall of 2025. This will require the recruitment and management of coaching staff, and will collaborate closely with the athletic director, athletic department leadership, parents, and school administration. Additionally, the successful candidate will be able to work collaboratively with the athletic director, administration and other athletic programs to ensure that players are encouraged to develop as well-rounded athletes and multi-sport athletes.

The successful candidate will have a full-time teaching role (classroom teacher) in addition to the role of Head of Football / Head Football Coach.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Development: Develop and implement a comprehensive football program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and discipline, while upholding Catholic values.
2. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor student-athletes, ensuring their personal and athletic growth both on and off the field.
3. Game Preparation: Develop and execute game strategies, including practices, team drills, and pre-game preparation.
4. Staff Management: Recruit, hire, and manage assistant coaches and volunteers, ensuring effective teamwork and communication.
5. Fundraising & Community Engagement: Actively engage with parents and community members to build support for the football program.
6. Collaboration with Administration: Work closely with school leadership to ensure the program aligns with the school's overall mission, policies, and expectations.
7. Student-Athlete Development: Oversee the academic and spiritual development of student-athletes, supporting their growth as well-rounded individuals. Support the mission of the athletic program to enable students to be well-rounded and multi-sport athletes within St. John Paul II Academy.

Qualifications:

1. Holds a Certificate of Qualification or Independent School Teaching Certificate.
2. Ideally have coaching experience, preferably at the high school or collegiate level.
3. Proven leadership skills and the ability to inspire and motivate student-athletes.
4. A commitment to Catholic education and values, with a strong understanding of the role of faith in sports.
5. Excellent communication and organizational skills.
6. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for practices and games.
7. CPR/First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain).
8. NCCP Safe Sport (or willingness to obtain).

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Practicing Catholic or Christian who has a clear understanding of the role of athletics in a Catholic high school.
2. Experience in building or revitalizing a sports program.
3. Familiarity with Catholic schools and their virtue-driven approach to athletics.
4. Experience in coaching or mentoring a variety of student-athletes with varying skill levels.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to [e-mail].

A pastoral reference letter may be requested. The deadline for applications is January 31st. For additional information or questions, please contact Mrs. Andrea Prout-Bernett, [e-mail].

Those shortlisted for interviews will be contacted by Monday, February 3rd.

APPLICATION PROCESS
1. Create your Make a Future profile
2. Complete all profile sections, including: Provincial Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Questions
3. Complete and add all required application documents to your profile. (see below)
4. Apply to this job posting

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

• BC Teaching Certificate. Please provide either a letter or screenshot confirming your documents are submitted and your application is processing). Please also add any out of province certifications.
• Criminal Record Check (if you're outside of BC)
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence, Work Permit, etc.)
• Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
• University Transcripts
• Teacher Evaluations or Practicum Reports (only for recent graduates - within the last 3 years)
• Two Recent Professional Reference Letters
• Applicant Declaration for Catholics or Applicant Declaration for Non-Catholics
• Statement of Health & Character
• Verification of Teaching Experience (if applicable)
• Catholic Pastoral Reference or Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference

On an ongoing basis, we accept teacher applications for grade levels K to 12 for our Catholic schools throughout the Greater Vancouver Area and Powell River in beautiful British Columbia. All Catholics, non-Catholics, new education grads, and experienced teachers from across Canada are strongly encouraged to apply. Our major hiring season is in April for the following school year, but we recommend that you apply now as we receive an influx of applications.

WHO WE ARE

The Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (the CISVA) operates 46 schools: 40 elementary and 6 high schools. Our schools are located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area, near the best sites and attractions that Vancouver and British Columbia has to offer. Our footprint extends over 250 kilometers from Powell River in the west to Chilliwack in the east.

We are a culturally diverse faith-based family. We offer more than a place of work; we provide a call to your teaching vocation where you can work and live your faith in a supportive community.

We are a vibrant school system with many school and program expansion projects in the future. We offer spiritual and professional growth and mentorship opportunities for new teachers to help them with their transition into the CISVA.