Coach

Diocese of St. Augustine; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Florida seeks an experienced Coach to instruct and guide athletes towards competition. The Coach will foster a supportive environment while maintaining high standards of discipline and behavior. Responsibilities include working closely with students and adhering to school policies.

Qualifications

• Prior coaching experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and human relations skills.
• Must be available for evening and weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and work with athletes to prepare for competition.
• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach and manage behavior.
• Demonstrate professional responsibility and follow dress code.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Job description

St. Joseph Academy is looking for an experienced Coach to serve. Prior coaching experience is preferred.

Must be able to complete a background check and Protecting God's Children (PGC) class.

Primary Function:

Under the direction of the school principal and the Athletic Director, the Coach is responsible for supporting the School and the Diocese of St. Augustine in their mission to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic School environment. The Coach will instruct and work with athletes to prepare them for competition. Coaches help athletes to play their best individually or as a team in sports. They are experts on the rules, strategies, and techniques of their sports. Coaches must also know about sports equipment, physical fitness, and safety. It’s the coach’s responsibility to create an environment in which the team can use its skills and abilities to their maximum potential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; set high standards for student behavior and manage inappropriate behavior effectively;
• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing School policies and regulations;
• Maintain confidentiality of information; display sound judgment in dress and general behavior. Specifically, Coaches will follow dress code standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills including written and oral, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and well-organized; must be a team player.
• Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation.
• Clear an E-Verify check to confirm the candidate meets DHS requirements to work in the U.S. (www.dhs.gov/e-verify).

Physical and Mental Requirements: Coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual capabilities, and the ability to lift as required.

Required Activities include walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, carrying, and keyboarding.