Seasonal Coach- St. Mary's Catholic School

Archdiocese of San Antonio Careers; Fredericksburg (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Archdiocese of San Antonio is seeking a seasonal athletic coach to develop and administer sport programs that prepare student athletes for interscholastic competition. The coach reports to the principal and collaborates with the athletic director to promote sportsmanship and skill development.

You will uphold Catholic education values, model Gospel principles, and ensure safety, eligibility, and compliance with school and archdiocesan policies while supporting student growth on and off the field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years’ coaching/playing experience.
• Valid driver license and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification and First Aid training or ability to obtain upon hiring.
• Pass archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening and Texas DPS fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Supports and adheres to Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees and school/Archdiocese policies.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters.
• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet student athletes' needs.
• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions for growth in skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Plan and implement instructional goals with staff to support student development.
• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate athletes.
• Schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements with the athletic director.
• Accompany and supervise student athletes on trips and monitor eligibility for participation.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 4 years’ experience in coaching and/or playing

Job description

Employment Status

Seasonal

FLSA Status

Stipend/Exempt (unless specified otherwise)

Reports to

Principal

Summary

The 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.

Position Responsibilities

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees and policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters

Instruction

• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned.
• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
• Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.

Program Management

• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Keep informed of and ensure compliance with all rules.
• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
• Work with athletic director to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on findings.

Student Management

• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports including out-of-town trips.
• Instruct and advise students on regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

Administration

• Assist in selection of equipment and instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within program.
• Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience Previous coaching and/or playing experience

License and Credentials

• Reliable transportation
• Valid driver license
• Valid vehicle insurance
• Current CPR certification and First Aid training, or the ability to obtain such upon hiring
• Must pass archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening
• Must pass Texas DPS Fingerprint-based Applicant Clearinghouse screening

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise as needed.

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.