School Seasonal Coach
About The Position
The Seasonal Coach advances Principia by supporting the management and delivery of Upper and Middle School athletic programs while fostering character development, sportsmanship, and care for each student-athlete. Reporting to the Athletic Director, this role collaborates closely with fellow coaches, students, and families to create a positive, disciplined, and engaging athletic experience aligned with Principia’s values. This position plays an essential role in team practices, competitions, and program operations across a variety of sports, contributing to a well-rounded athletic program that supports students’ physical growth, teamwork, and leadership development. Seasonal Coaches may support one or more of the following programs: Upper School Fall: Boys Soccer, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Drumline, Field Hockey, Football, Girls Tennis, Girls Volleyball Winter: Basketball, Boys & Girls Wrestling, Swimming Spring: Baseball, Boys Tennis, Girls Soccer, Track & Field Middle School Fall: Co-ed Cross Country, Field Hockey, Co-ed Flag Football, Boys Soccer, Girls Tennis, Girls Volleyball Winter: Basketball, Co-ed Swimming, Co-ed Cheer, Co-ed Wrestling Spring: Baseball, Co-ed Drumline, Girls Soccer, Boys Tennis, Co-ed Track & Field At our award-winning Early Childhood through grade 12 Principia School in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education—blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia’s team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of alumni and friends. At Principia School, our core value is LOVE. Love and its attributes underpin our foundational beliefs as well as our educational approach. We focus on developing the whole child—intellectually, physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually, preparing students for the next steps in life. We foster a challenging yet supportive environment where character unfolds naturally, and talent is cultivated through boundless opportunities. Character education plays an essential role in every aspect of the student experience, and classroom work is augmented by character trips, leadership development, and real-world, hands-on, project-based learning. Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow’s leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued.
Requirements
- Student of Christian Science preferred
- Supportive of Principia’s guiding statements as articulated here https://www.principia.edu/about/guiding-statements
- Bachelor's degree
- Group coaching, teaching, and/or instructing experience
- Ability to be present for all required practices, competitions, and program-related events during the season
- Ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification (training provided by Principia)
- Willingness to complete required MSHSAA Coaching Principles courses and seasonal online rules meetings (for non-faculty coaches)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and operate Principia school buses as needed (training provided by Principia)
Responsibilities
- Assists with planning and leading organized practices and athletic events
- Teaches sport-specific skills and demonstrates proper techniques
- Meets regularly with the Head Coach during the season to support overall program direction
- Supports athlete training, development, coaching, and mentoring
- Assists with setup, operation, and breakdown of home and away competitions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
