Holy Family Catholic School is seeking a part time Middle School Tackle Football Coach for the 2024-2025 school year. This is a stipend position and will take place August through October. Interested candidates should submit an application via iSolved Hire.

Job summary: The Tackle Football Coach fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by assisting in administering the program in a particular sport which adequately prepares the student athlete for league competition.

Responsibilities:

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
• Models professional conduct and sportsmanship while instilling these characteristics within team members
• Schedules practices and games in consultation with the Athletic Director and Assistant Coach(es)
• Monitors physical condition and fitness of participants and reports injuries to parents and school officials
• Continually monitors and supervises all activities of the participants at all practices and games
• Teaches essential safety skills and strategies to student athletes; monitors safety compliance
• Follows school and diocesan policies regarding safety guidelines
• Communicates with Athletic Director and Coaches regarding need for early dismissals, field, and gym use
• Ensures that emergency contact information is available at practices and games
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff

Duties:

• Able to instruct athletes about proper strategy, skills, and rules of the game
• Able to motivate student athletes to perform optimally as an individual athlete and team member
• Uses approved, corrective, and positive discipline procedures in dealing with inappropriate student conduct
• Expertise, knowledge, and competency in fundamentals of the sport
• Skill in motivating and engaging student athletes
• Required to lift or carry athletic equipment and supplies
• Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of anger

Skills/Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High School or equivalent
• Current CPR certification and First Aid training

Experience:

• Previous coaching experience required