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Job Type: Part-time
Overview
A 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. A Coach is recommended to the principal by the athletic director, hired by the principal, and evaluated in consultation with the athletic director.
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 Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
- Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
- Models professional conduct and sensible sportsmanship while instilling these characteristics within team members
- Conducts practice sessions and games according to local diocesan policy and league regulations
- Schedules practices and games in consultation with the athletic director
- Verifies student eligibility to practice and participate by completion of physicals, release/hold harmless, and registration
- Monitors the physical condition and fitness of participants and reports injuries to parents and school officials
- Continually monitors and supervises all activities of the participants at all practices and games
- Teaches essential safety skills and strategies to student athletes, monitors safety compliance
- Follows school and diocesan policies regarding academic eligibility, safety guidelines, and transportation rules
- Distributes and collects all athletic equipment and uniforms
- Communicates with athletic director regarding need for early dismissals, field, and gym use
- Ensures that emergency contact information is available at practices and games
- Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
- Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students, and staff
- Able to instruct athletes about proper strategy, skills, and rules of the game
- Able to motivate student athletes to perform optimally as individuals and as a team member
- Uses approved, corrective, and positive discipline procedures in dealing with inappropriate student conduct
- Collaborates with school personnel to enhance the work environment and support academic programming
- Conferences with parents upon request and responds to messages in a timely manner
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
- Knowledge of adolescent physical development and sport skills and regulations
- Expertise, knowledge, and competency in fundamentals of the sport
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
- Ability 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 technology
- Skill in critical thinking and planning
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: High school or equivalent
- Experience: Previous coaching and/or playing experience
- Certifications And Training: Current CPR certification and first aid training
- Valid Texas Driver's License
- Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period
Employment type
Senioriry level
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, and school conditions