Coach: Head Women's Basketball (Stipend)

SAN-Juan-Diego-Catholic-High-School; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

San Juan Diego Catholic School in Austin is seeking a Women's Head Coach to develop, initiate, and administer the program, preparing student-athletes for interscholastic competition.

The coach will be hired by the principal, recommended by the athletic director, and evaluated with input from the athletic director, while upholding Catholic education values and school policies.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Previous coaching and/or playing experience preferred.
• Certifications and Training: Valid Driver's License; Play Like a Champion - Coaches' Workshop; Concussion/Bloodborne Pathogen training; EIM compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Catholic school mission and athletic program.
• Coach and develop female student-athletes for interscholastic competition.
• Instruct athletes on strategy, skills, and safety protocols.
• Enforce discipline and collaborate with school staff and athletic director.
• Manage logistics, schedules, and game preparation.

Skills

Coaching experience

Team leadership

Student-athlete development

Communication skills

Sports knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TeamSnap

Job description

Description

Job Summary

San Juan Diego Catholic School is seeking a Women's Head Coach fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by developing, initiating, and administering the program in a particular sport which adequately prepares the student-athlete for interscholastic competition. The Coach is recommended to the principal by the athletic director, hired by the principal, and evaluated in consultation with the athletic director.

Ministerial Character

Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations. Pastors and principals serve as leaders of the schools to make Christ's mission present and enduring in the schools. To fulfill Christ's mission, the school leaders employ suitable, chosen collaborators, sharing Christ's mission with them and entrusting them with various responsibilities. Positions employed in this School help extend the ministry of the School leaders in particular ways, as outlined in the job description. The employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the School leaders in the performance of their ministry and, therefore, engages in ministry for the Church.

Essential Job Duties

• Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic Education and the mission of the school and church.
• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Support and adhere to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school, parish, and diocese.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school and church matters.
• Model professional conduct and sensible sportsmanship while instilling these characteristics within team members.
• Teach essential safety skills and strategies to student-athletes; monitor safety compliance including heat and extreme weather guidelines.
• Follow school and CAPPS policies regarding academic eligibility, safety guidelines, and transportation rules.
• Instruct athletes about proper strategy, skills, and rules of the game.
• Use approved, corrective, and positive discipline procedures in dealing with inappropriate student conduct.
• Collaborate with school personnel and support academic programming.
• Perform administrative tasks as required by the athletic director.
• Perform other related tasks and attend meetings as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Education: High school or equivalent
  • Experience: Previous coaching and/or playing experience preferred
  • Certifications and Training:
    • Valid Driver's License
    • Complete Play Like a Champion - Coaches' Workshop
    • Completion of various training(s) including but not limited to, Concussion Training and Bloodborne Pathogen Training.
    • Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of adolescent physical development and sport skills and regulations.
• Expertise, knowledge, and competency in fundamentals of the sport.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to work collaboratively as a part of a coaching team.
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours, including early morning, evenings, and weekends.
• Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
• Able to work well with others in the school community.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Skill in motivating and engaging student-athletes.
• Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format.
• Skill in job appropriate app technology - TeamSnap.
• Skill in critical thinking and planning.

Working Conditions

• Required to work some nights and weekends.
• Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress.
• Required to work in standard gym, field, school conditions.

Employee Certification

All employees must adhere to the Catholic Schools Standards of Conduct, the Diocese of Austin EIM policies, and the social, ethical, and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church as interpreted by the Bishop of Austin. Texas is an “at-will” employment state. Letters of employment are not contracts, nor do they bind the employer or the employee to a predetermined time or guarantee of employment.