Seasonal Coach

Archdiocese of St. Louis•O’Fallon, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Catholic High School Coach is responsible for leading, developing, and mentoring student-athletes while supporting the school’s Catholic mission and values. The coach will foster an environment that promotes faith, character, teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, academic responsibility, and athletic excellence.

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the sport being coached.
Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.
Ability to serve as a positive role model for adolescents.
Strong communication, organization, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, faculty, staff, and administration.
Current CPR/AED and first-aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
Successful completion of required background screening and child-safety training.
Ability to meet all applicable diocesan, school, state, and athletic-association requirements.

Nice To Haves

Previous coaching or competitive athletic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and conduct organized, age-appropriate practices and training sessions.
Teach fundamental skills, strategies, rules, and techniques of the sport.
Develop student-athletes physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
Promote Catholic values, including integrity, service, respect, humility, and responsibility.
Serve as a positive Christian role model for student-athletes.
Encourage academic achievement and responsible behavior both on and off the field/court.
Establish clear expectations for conduct, attendance, effort, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Supervise student-athletes during practices, competitions, travel, and team activities.
Coordinate with athletic department staff, school administrators, teachers, parents, and other coaches.
Maintain accurate team records, schedules, equipment inventories, and required documentation.
Ensure compliance with school, diocesan, league, and state athletic policies.
Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful team environment.
Communicate regularly and professionally with parents and guardians.
Attend required meetings, training, professional development, and school activities.
Properly maintain and secure athletic equipment and facilities.
Perform other duties related to the coaching position as assigned.