Interim High-Performance PE Coach | Strength & Conditioning

Isidore Newman School; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Isidore Newman School seeks a knowledgeable strength and conditioning professional to serve as the interim substitute coach for the High Performance program. This temporary role runs for about 6 to 8 weeks, starting in late February and concluding by the end of March.

The ideal candidate has experience designing safe, effective programs for adolescent athletes across multiple sports and levels. The program emphasizes movement mechanics, injury prevention, discipline, and evidence-based training

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or a closely related field with graduate work preferred.
• CSCS or comparable license or in the process of pursuing these licenses is required.
• Substantial teaching experience at the Upper School level with ability to teach varied course levels and electives.
• Values strong relationships with students while maintaining high academic expectations.
• Shows cultural competency and a commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Is a reflective practitioner focused on lifelong learning and self-improvement.
• Holds a positive sense of humor, self-confidence, and strong oral/written communication.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to three sections of PE/High Performance, rotating on a block schedule (1-2 classes per day).
• Lead and supervise team lifts for in-season and off-season athletes as scheduled.
• Improve strength, speed, power and agility while reducing injury risk and enhancing performance.
• Instruct proper lifting and exercise technique to ensure safety and effectiveness.
• Build relationships with student-athletes to understand motivation and support growth.
• Maintain communication with sport head coaches and medical staff on student progress.
• Develop relationships with students, parents, and advisors to support athletic development and learning.
• Provide personalized report comments to explain progress to parents.
• Implement training and communication practices that promote ethics, social skills, and good work habits.
• Act as a positive, collaborative team member aligned with Newman’s mission and culture.

Skills

CSCS

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Cultural competency

Reflective practitioner

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or related field

Graduate work in the discipline desired

Job description

Isidore Newman School seeks a knowledgeable strength and conditioning professional to serve as the interim substitute coach for the High Performance program. This temporary role runs for about 6 to 8 weeks, starting in late February and concluding by the end of March.

The ideal candidate has experience designing safe, effective programs for adolescent athletes across multiple sports and levels. The program emphasizes movement mechanics, injury prevention, discipline, and evidence-based training