Coach - Elementary School - Part Time

Diocese of Tucson•Tucson, AZ

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Coach supports SS Peter & Paul Catholic School and the Diocese of Tucson in their mission to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic school environment. Under the direction of the school principal, the Coach is expected to serve as a minister of the Gospel and Catholic teaching through professional conduct and personal example. The Coach must support and follow the teachings, values, and moral principles of the Roman Catholic Church. The Coach plans and leads practices that support athletic goals adopted by the school and the Diocesan Youth Sports League, demonstrates knowledge of the sport, organizes practices and equipment, and motivates student athletes’ learning and growth. The role promotes discipline, sportsmanship, self-direction, and positive self-image, while maintaining high behavioral standards. The Coach works cooperatively with school and diocesan administrators, staff, students, and parents, and attends scheduled sporting events, training, and meetings. This is a part-time, non-exempt position at SS Peter & Paul Catholic School in Tucson, Arizona. The Coach must attend annual SPIRIT Training, follow the Diocesan Youth Sports League Handbook, maintain confidentiality and professional conduct, and comply with school policies and dress code. Evening and weekend work may be necessary. The role requires walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, and carrying, as well as coordination and manual dexterity and the ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
CPR and First Aid Certification.
Experience working with student athletes.
Working knowledge of and strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church.
If baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church; if not baptized Catholic, must abide by Catholic principles in professional and private life.
Excellent written and oral communication, public speaking, and presentation skills.
Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be self-starting, well-organized, and a team player.
Must be available for evening and weekend work as necessary and have reliable transportation.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing needs and strategies in a ministerial environment.
Professional bearing and clean, neat personal appearance.
Complete a criminal history and background check.
Valid and current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card; must have or apply for an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level I Clearance Card.
Ability to perform required activities including walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, and carrying; coordination and manual dexterity; normal mental and visual capabilities; and ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Athletic Coaching Certificate from the State of Arizona.
Arizona state teacher certification.

Responsibilities

Support the school’s and Diocese of Tucson’s Catholic mission through professional conduct and personal example.
Speak, act, and instruct consistently with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and abide by Catholic principles in professional and private life.
Model Gospel values and participate in and help plan school religious and service activities.
Attend annual SPIRIT Training and follow responsibilities outlined in the Diocesan Youth Sports League Handbook.
Plan practices to implement athletic goals and objectives adopted by the school and the Diocesan Youth Sports League.
Demonstrate knowledge of the sport, communicate effectively with student athletes, organize practices and equipment, and motivate student learning and growth.
Establish a consistent disciplinary approach that promotes sportsmanship, self-direction, positive self-image, and appropriate behavior.
Cooperate with school and diocesan administration and work effectively with staff, student athletes, and parents.
Attend scheduled sporting events, training, and meetings promptly.
Enforce school policies and regulations and maintain confidentiality, sound judgment, professional behavior, and compliance with the school dress code.
Perform other duties as assigned.