Coach, 2026-27

Diocese of St. Augustine; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local religious institution in Jacksonville is seeking an experienced coach to assist youth athletes in a seasonal role. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, be organized, and demonstrate team spirit. Responsibilities include preparing athletes for competition and establishing disciplinary standards. This is an entry-level, full-time position requiring availability for evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must complete a background check and Protecting God’s Children (PGC) class.
• Available for evening and weekend work as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and work with athletes to prepare them for competition.
• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach.
• Demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing School policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Human relations and interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Job description

Overview

Coach - Seasonal role at Diocese of St. Augustine / Bishop Snyder High School. The Diocese is seeking an experienced coach to assist in the season. Prior coaching experience is preferred. Under the direction of the school principal and the Athletic Director, the Coach is responsible for supporting the School and the Diocese in their mission to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic School environment.

Responsibilities

• 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 the techniques of their sport. They 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.
• 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, follow dress code standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Physical/Mental Requirements: Coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual capabilities, and the ability to lift, as required.
• Required Activities: Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; carrying; and keyboarding.

Qualifications

• Must be able to complete a background check and Protecting God’s Children (PGC) class as required.
• Excellent communications skills including written and oral, public speaking and presentation skills.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player.
• Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation.

Employment details

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Religious Institutions