Strength & Conditioning Coach

Pacifica Christian High•Santa Monica, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pacifica Christian High School is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Coach to develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive strength and conditioning programs for student-athletes across all varsity and junior-varsity sports. This role involves collaborating with head coaches, the athletic director, and school administration to foster physically prepared, injury-resilient athletes while promoting a culture of discipline, accountability, teamwork, and long-term athletic development. The coach will further the mission of the Seawolves and Pacifica and wholeheartedly support the athletic department's philosophy. The position is described as part coach, part architect, and part air-traffic controller for teenage energy.

Requirements

Valid Driver’s License - must be over 21
Current TB Test
Live Scan DOJ Background Check
DMV Safe Driving Record
CPR/First Aid certification (training course will be provided)
Safe Drivers Training (training course will be provided)
Concussion Training (training course will be provided)
Desire to engage with the Pacifica community
Strong Christian faith
Afternoon and evening availability
Technically savvy - ability to use technology, social media and a variety of platforms for marketing, organization, and communication
Knowledge of athletics and high school athletic programs
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work as a team - with athletic dept. admin, other coaches, teachers, parents, staff and students.

Nice To Haves

Positive role model for student-athletes
Strong knowledge of sports performance principles
Ability to build relationships with coaches and students
High energy, professionalism, and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Design sport-specific periodized training programs.
Develop off-season, in-season & pre-season plans.
Adapt programs for individual athlete needs.
Track athlete performance data and progress.
Teach proper lifting mechanics and technique.
Lead individual and group training sessions.
Incorporate and instruct speed, agility, mobility, flexibility, recovery, plyometric drills, and injury-prevention.
Monitor effort, form, and safety during sessions.
Monitor overtraining and fatigue indicators.
Monitor athlete progress and adjust programs as needed.
Coordinate with athletic trainers and coaches on injuries.
Educate athletes on nutrition and recovery.
Implement return-to-play conditioning protocols.
Motivate and mentor student-athletes in goal setting, discipline, leadership, and teamwork.
Foster positive sportsmanship and character development.
Support athletes of varying skill and experience levels.
Maintain weight room safety and cleanliness.
Manage equipment inventory and maintenance.
Assist with purchasing of equipment.
Maintain attendance records, workout logs, and performance data.
Help enforce athletic department policies and procedures.
Work closely with coaches to align training with sport-specific goals.
Communicate regularly with athletic trainers, coaches, administrators, and parents when appropriate.
Assist with scheduling facility use and coordinating team training sessions.
Coordinate scheduling across multiple sports.