Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

Whitefield Academy•Mableton, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach implements a strength and conditioning curriculum aligned with Whitefield Academy’s Christ-centered mission. The role teaches students about physical development, health, nutrition, exercise technique, and the benefits of physical activity, while providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support student growth. The coach adapts instructional strategies to students’ varied abilities and interests and integrates Biblical principles and Christian faith into lessons and activities. The position works primarily in the Athletic Center and on fields, and secondarily in a classroom. The coach assesses and communicates student progress, collaborates with families and school colleagues, maintains student and equipment records, participates in professional development and school meetings, and may supervise or sponsor co-curricular and extracurricular activities, including trips and events. Additional duties may be assigned by the administration. The position is subject to the school’s policies and applicable laws. The start date is as soon as possible.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years in a full-time position related to strength and conditioning.
Must hold a CSCS certification.
Knowledge of sports, health, and nutrition.
Ability to develop rapport with students.
Passion for learning and teaching.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead others and a department.
Computer literacy and proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, email, the Internet, presentation software, and online grade-book programs.
Commitment to living under the lordship of Christ and modeling a consistent Christian life in speech, actions, and attitudes.
Belief in and affirmation of the school’s Statement of Faith.
Commitment to the school’s diversity vision and its core value of student experiences reflecting the body of Christ and unity in Christ.
Evidence of consistent spiritual practices, such as worship at a local church, fellowship with Christians, personal devotional time, and individual Scripture study.
Evidence of the fruit of the Spirit in relationships with staff, students, families, and the community.
Active involvement in a local church.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds often and up to 50 pounds intermittently; climb, balance, and crawl intermittently; and push, pull, kneel, crouch, reach, sit, walk, stand, bend, and stoop often.
Ability to work for extended periods at a computer or keyboard and to talk, hear, stand, sit, and/or walk for extended periods; normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and/or Kinesiology is preferred.
Experience with interactive boards and Schoology or another learning management system is a plus.

Responsibilities

Organize and prepare lessons following curriculum guidelines to promote physical activity, motor skills, physical development, and healthy exercise and eating habits.
Teach students primary movements and muscle groups used in sports, proper lifting techniques, and the effects of physical activity on muscles and overall health.
Observe students and maintain discipline in physical education classes and workout facilities.
Adapt teaching methods, materials, and learning opportunities to students’ varying needs and interests.
Use a balance of teaching methods that encourages students to explore, question, investigate, and think critically.
Integrate Christian faith and Biblical principles into lesson plans and activities, lead students in prayer, and support their Christian faith development.
Assess student progress through observations, assignments, and assessments; communicate and collaborate with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators about progress.
Communicate regularly and effectively with students, parents, and other professionals, verbally and in writing.
Observe and collaborate with peers to improve the instructional environment.
Maintain accurate and complete student records.
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, teacher-training workshops, and staff meetings; serve on committees as required.
Select, store, order, issue, and inventory equipment, materials, and supplies.
Supervise or sponsor co-curricular and extracurricular activities, such as overnight trips and events.
Follow school bylaws, policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
Perform additional duties assigned by the administration.
Meet the position’s physical and work-environment demands, with reasonable accommodations available through an HR request.