High School Football Coach at Diocese of Austin Catholic Schools

Head Football Coach - PT

St. Dominic Savio Catholic High School is seeking a part time Head Football Coach for the 2020-2021 school year. This is a stipend position. Interested candidates should submit an online application via Applicant Pro.

Job summary: The Head Football Coach fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by assisting in administering the program in a particular sport which adequately prepares the student athlete for interscholastic competition.

Responsibilities:

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• 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 sportsmanship while instilling these characteristics within team members
• Schedules practices and games in consultation with the athletic director
• Monitors 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 safety guidelines
• 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

Duties:

• Able to instruct athletes about proper strategy, skills, and rules of the game
• Able to motivate student athletes to perform optimally as an individual athlete and team member
• Uses approved, corrective, and positive discipline procedures in dealing with inappropriate student conduct
• Expertise, knowledge, and competency in fundamentals of the sport
• Skill in motivating and engaging student athletes
• Required to lift or carry athletic equipment and supplies
• Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of anger

Skills/Minimum qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High School or equivalent
• Current CPR certification and First Aid training

Experience:

• Previous high school coaching experience required