Strength and Conditioning Coordinator (Spring)

Illinois School District U-46; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 seeks a Strength and Conditioning Coordinator to lead high school fitness programs, supervise weight room activities, and coordinate with coaches for in-season and off-season training. The role emphasizes safety, effective communication, and nutrition guidance to support student-athlete development.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), NSCA/licensing preferences, CPR/First Aid, and experience with strength equipment.

Qualifications

• Weightlifting/functional fitness experience required.
• Knowledge of strength and conditioning equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form with parents, students, and staff.
• Spanish language skills preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and design weight training and conditioning programs for all boys’ and girls’ sports.
• Maintain the weight room and related equipment; keep records of equipment.
• Supervise activities before and after school in collaboration with the Athletic/Activities Director.
• Ensure safety and proper use of equipment and facilities.
• Communicate with coaches, parents, and administrators to support program goals.
• Create a positive, respectful instructional culture and enforce discipline as needed.

Skills

Weightlifting experience

Communication skills

Spanish language skills

CPR and First Aid certified

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Illinois Professional Educators License

NSCA Certification

Comparable coursework/experience

Job description

Strength and Conditioning Coordinator (Spring) JobID: 40685

• Position Type: Appendix F - Extra Duty/ Non-Coaching
• Date Posted: 6/10/2026
• Location: Larkin High School
• Date Available: 03/02/2026

Position / Title:

Strength and Conditioning Coordinator

Bargaining Unit: NAC Department/Location: High School Activities

Position / Title: Strength and Conditioning Coordinator Bargaining Unit: NAC Department/Location: High School Activities Calendar Days:March-May Reports To: Building Athletic/Activities Director JD Revision Date: 12/10/2023 Supervises: N/A

Function / Position Summary

To help build and maintain a high-quality high school strength and conditioning program, providing student-athletes with guidance and direction in safe strength and conditioning practices, including the safe and appropriate use of weightlifting equipment, functional fitness exercises, and nutritional guidance.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Implement researched-based instructional strategies that engage all students, differentiating to accommodate a range of ability levels, and acknowledging a variety of cultural backgrounds in order to support student learning and growth.
• Communicate effectively with parents, students, administrators, teacher colleagues, and community leaders. Develop and maintain a working relationship with coaching staff.
• Maintain high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivate students to work to their highest potential.
• Maintain equipment associated with the focus area. Maintain the weight room and keep records of all equipment in the weight room.
• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Cultivate a positive, harassment free, instructional culture which motivates students through the use of effective communication and constructive feedback.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Oversee the safety condition of the weight room facility; maintains a safe and clean environment for athletes to participate in strength and conditioning activities.
• Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, appropriate student handbook, and band syllabus/handbook conduct regulations.
• Daily supervision and instruction in the fitness center before and/or after school, schedule determined in collaboration with the Athletic/Activities Director.
• Design and supervise weight training and conditioning programs for all boys’ and girls’ sports for in season, off season, and preseason needs.
• Provide student-athletes with guidance pertaining to the safe use of weightlifting equipment, sound functional fitness exercises, and nutrition guidance to support the safe, age-appropriate development of their physicality.
• Work collaboratively with coaches to support program development and growth by planning and scheduling a regular program of strength and conditioning practices.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Illinois Professional Educators License preferred
• National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certification preferred

-OR-

• Comparable coursework and/or previous experience in related areas

Experience / Knowledge

• Previous weightlifting/functional fitness/personal training experience required.
• Knowledge of strength and conditioning equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback, and to conduct conferences as needed with parents, students, administrators, or other teachers.
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints.
• Display courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships; demonstrate a commitment to teamwork.
• Ability and willingness to learn and refresh job skills through professional development in order to meet the changing needs of this position.
• Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent unscheduled interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.
• Spanish language skills preferred.
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified.

Physical Demands

• Must be physically able to maintain the demands of a high school fitness center.
• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, or carry heavy materials or equipment.
• Must work in noisy and crowded environments.

Terms of Employment

• This is an Appendix F stipend position in accordance with the school year calendar.
• For Non-ETA Coaches: this position is for this year only.
• Terms of employment will be determined in collaboration with the athletic/activity director.