Assistant Athletic Coach - Seasonal (54030)

Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton; Atherton (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

An independent educational institution in Atherton is looking for an Assistant Athletic Coach for a seasonal role. This entry-level position involves providing instruction to athletes, maintaining discipline, and enhancing morale within the athletic program. Candidates should have excellent communication skills, be knowledgeable of sport strategies, and hold current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications. This role demands a clear commitment to the institution's mission and may require flexible hours for practices and contests.

Qualifications

• Clear commitment to the mission of the school and models professional behavior.
• Proven ability to support organization and supervision of a sports program/team.
• Demonstrated coaching and/or playing experience preferred.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to athletes in fundamental skills and strategy.
• Maintain discipline and increase morale within the athletic program.
• Report game results to the athletic department after contests.
• Supervise practices and games.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Knowledge of sport concepts and regulations

Leadership and facilitative skills

Demonstrated excellent ethics

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Assistant Athletic Coach - Seasonal (54030)

Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton (SHS) is seeking excellent candidates for Assistant Athletic Coach - Seasonal at the Preparatory.

Founded in 1898, SHS is a Roman Catholic, coeducational, independent school composed of four divisions: SHS Preschool and Kindergarten, SHS Lower and Middle Schools (grades 1–8), and Sacred Heart Preparatory (grades 9–12). Located on a beautiful 64‑acre campus in the San Francisco Bay Area, SHS is part of a network of 23 Sacred Heart Schools in the U.S. and over 200 worldwide. The school’s mission is to educate the whole child to be a leader who loves God and serves others. For more information, visit https://www.shschools.org/about/overview.

Essential Functions

• In conjunction with the head coach, provide instruction to athletes in fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for individual and team success.
• In conjunction with the head coach, provide instruction that fosters moral values, strong work ethic, responsibility, teamwork, sportsmanship, self‑discipline, leadership, and self‑confidence.
• In conjunction with the head coach, maintain discipline and work to increase morale and cooperation within the athletic program and school community.
• Report game results to the athletic department immediately after contests, under the direction of the head coach.
• Transport team players to and from contests via team van.
• Supervise practices and games.
• Keep knowledge of technical aspects of the assigned sport up to date and continue to learn new ideas pertinent to coaching.
• Collect and issue uniforms at the beginning and end of the season, ensuring practice gear is worn during daily practices.
• Update the head coach/athletic director frequently during the season about any issues, concerns, or highlights.

Qualifications

• Clear commitment to the mission of the school and models professional behavior.
• Proven ability to support organization and supervision of a sports program/team.
• Good role model with demonstrated excellent ethics.
• Knowledge of concepts, strategies, rules, and regulations of the sport.
• Demonstrated coaching and/or playing experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and facilitative skills.
• Demonstrated excellent attendance and punctuality; availability for practice/contests in mid‑afternoon or evenings during the week and Saturdays.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• Ability to work in a high‑energy environment dealing with diverse challenges and deadlines.
• Must comply with state vaccination requirements and provide proof of vaccination or exemption.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Tasks involving heavy physical effort, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling moderately heavy objects weighing 20–50 pounds.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Temporary

Job Function

Education and Training

Industries

Education Management