Athletic Coach

Diocese of Orlando Catholic Schools; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Florida seeks an Athletic Coach to instruct students in sports fundamentals and promote teamwork and personal growth. The role includes planning practices, evaluating athletes, and ensuring a positive sports environment. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and experience as a coach, along with an understanding of Catholic teachings. Evening and weekend hours are required.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Catholic Church teachings and behavior consistent with the Church's mission.
• Preferred CPR/AED/First Aid trained, to be completed within a year of employment.
• Two years of experience as an athletic coach preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in sports fundamentals and promote sportsmanship.
• Plan and lead practice sessions and competitive events.
• Evaluate athletes and develop conditioning programs.

Skills

Leadership

Motivational skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work with adolescents

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical education or related field

Job description

The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by its employees.

1. Authenticity: Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living.


2. Respect: Affording each person’s God-given dignity and uniqueness.


3. Courage: Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly.


4. Commitment: Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose.

The Athletic Coach will instruct students or individual players in the fundamentals of sports or a specific sport. They will also promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth while maintaining high ethical standards and ensuring the physical and emotional safety of all student-athletes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Educates individuals, students, or teams on the rules, strategies, and techniques for a sport or sports.


• Plans, organizes, and leads practice sessions and competitive events.


• Trains, encourages, and motivates athletes to prepare them for games and competitive events.


• Teaches safety rules and regulations and ensures they are enforced.


• Develops physical conditioning programs that equip athletes to meet their potential.


• Evaluates team members to determine fitness levels and potential; assigns positions or roles to athletes based on strengths and weaknesses.


• Ensures athletes are using equipment properly and safely.


• Identifies the strengths and weaknesses of players and modifies coaching strategies accordingly.


• Remains current on changes in rules, coaching philosophies and techniques, and technology relevant to a particular sport or sports.


• Develops and implements strategies and systems that teach fundamentals and advanced skills appropriate for high school athletes.


• Fosters a positive, disciplined, and inclusive team culture that emphasizes respect, effort, and accountability.


• Serves as a role model in leadership, integrity, and sportsmanship.


• Emphasizes and monitors academic achievement and personal responsibility for all team members.


• Knows and follows the rules of the Florida High School Athletic Association and guides the program within the mission, philosophy, and goals of Melbourne Central Catholic High School.


• Communicates appropriately and respectfully with parents, teachers, and school stakeholders, and escalates issues as necessary in collaboration with the Vice Principal of Athletics.


• Communicates in a timely manner with the Vice Principal of Athletics regarding student athlete eligibility and works collaboratively to ensure only eligible student athletes participate in team events.


• Maintains accurate rosters, statistics, and records of all team participants, contest records, and award winners.


• Creates practice and contest schedules and coordinates facilities and transportation needs appropriately and in a timely manner in collaboration with the Vice Principal of Athletics.


• Tracks team budget in collaboration with the Vice Principal of Athletics, and maintains team needs and expenses within that budget.


• Supervises the proper and respectful use and storage of team equipment, and collaborates with the Vice Principal of Athletics about any equipment needs and/or concerns.


• Collaborates with the Vice Principal of Athletics and communications team to release important team-related news.


• Collaborates with the Vice Principal of Athletics to handle any problems regarding coaches, players, or the athletic program.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CATHOLIC FAITH

Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in physical education or related field supplemented with two (2) years of experience as an athletic coach preferred. CPR/AED/First Aid Trained preferred. Must be willing to complete within 1 year of employment and keep certificate active.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Excellent leadership and motivational skills.


• Extensive knowledge of the rules, techniques, and strategies of the assigned sport.


• Ability to work effectively with adolescents, parents, and colleagues.


• Excellent communication skills.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed indoors and outdoors. Works frequently in close physical proximity to others and may encounter work in enclosed or tight spaces. Evening and weekend hours required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to traverse various athletic grounds and facilities. Prolonged periods of standing or walking. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, lift, carry, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, see, hear, and use their hands for fine and gross motor functions; required to see up close and from far away. Position may require lifting, pushing, and/or pulling up to 50 lbs.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.