Seasonal Coach- St Matthew Catholic School

St. Matthew Catholic School; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 3,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Matthew Catholic School seeks a Coach to develop, initiate, and administer a school sport program. The role fulfills the mission of Catholic education and collaborates with the athletic director and principal throughout selection, scheduling, and evaluation of coaching activities.

The Coach will guide student athletes, ensure safety, monitor eligibility, and promote sportsmanship. This seasonal, stipend-based position requires alignment with Archdiocese standards and background checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 4 years’ coaching and/or playing experience.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hiring.
• Must pass archdiocesan Safe Environment requirements and background screenings.
• Must pass Texas DPS Fingerprint-based Applicant Clearinghouse screening.
• Must pass the DNHR background screening.

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

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Student mentorship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

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.

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
• Must pass the DNHR background screening

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.