Athletic Coach for Student-Athletes: Lead & Inspire

School Blueprint; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Paid time off

TN state retirement plan

Job summary

Journey Community Schools seeks an Athletic Coach to lead student athletes, teach fundamentals and strategy, and promote discipline, teamwork, and self-confidence through sport.

You will manage equipment, schedules, safety procedures, eligibility, communications with parents and staff, and collaborate with the Athletic Director to uphold school codes and excellence. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills to support students' academic and athletic development.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication with students, parents and staff.
• Ability to lift, move and set up event equipment safely.
• Knowledge of district rules and safety standards for events.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise practices, tryouts and game day activities.
• Manage equipment, inventory, repair and cleaning of sport gear.
• Coordinate with Athletic Director to set schedules and budgets.
• Ensure safety protocols, codes, and sportsmanship are upheld.
• Communicate with parents and media as appropriate.
• Verify athlete eligibility and supervise transport and contests.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Community engagement

District regulations knowledge

Event setup & sound system

Safety leadership

Team leadership

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPR & AED preferred

Tools

Sound system setup

Scoreboard operation

Job description

Journey Community Schools seeks an Athletic Coach to lead student athletes, teach fundamentals and strategy, and promote discipline, teamwork, and self-confidence through sport.

You will manage equipment, schedules, safety procedures, eligibility, communications with parents and staff, and collaborate with the Athletic Director to uphold school codes and excellence. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills to support students' academic and athletic development.