Football Coach- PRN

Community Health Systems • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

Provides skill-level and team coaching for the OPS Football Academy, including individual and group football skill development, coaching, and community outreach initiatives. Coaching addresses athletes’ physical, mental, and educational needs. The role also assists with training setup and teardown, supervision and coaching of leagues and camps, and other coaching duties related to football events. The coach assists athletes at showcases, camps, and clinics and supports community outreach services for low-income athletes and athletes in need.

Requirements

• CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• A current driver’s license is required to travel to assigned sites.
• Previous experience as a football coach and/or strength coach.
• High school education or equivalent (GED) preferred, or currently enrolled.
• Working knowledge of English, both verbal and written.
• Working knowledge of football training protocols and procedures, as well as multiple coaching techniques and procedures.
• Ability to evaluate athletes’ skill levels at multiple positions using multiple disciplines.
• Strong working knowledge of normal growth, development, related behaviors, needs, comfort, and exercise presentation appropriate to the age and ability level of the athletes served.
• Analytical skills to gather and interpret athletic-training-related data, evaluate individual needs, conduct related research, and recommend and/or implement programs and educational services.
• Leadership, group cohesion, and communication skills that promote teamwork and group achievement.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with a high school, college, and/or professional sports organization.
• College or professional playing experience is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group football skill development and team coaching.
• Address athletes’ physical, mental, and educational needs through coaching.
• Assist with setup and teardown of training activities.
• Supervise and coach leagues and camps.
• Perform other coaching duties related to football events.
• Assist athletes at showcases, camps, and clinics.
• Assist with community outreach services for low-income athletes and athletes in need.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED