Varsity Outdoor Track Coach Spring Season

About NDA Our philosophy of education at Notre Dame Academy, a college preparatory school for young women grades 7-12, is built on the belief that education should prepare students for their role as women in the world. We wish to provide Notre Dame students with the opportunity to become more aware of what is happening in their lives and to assume responsibility for themselves and their communities. In order to learn to make responsible choices, our students have the freedom to learn in a school dedicated to high academic standards, and to involve themselves in the community, both utilizing its resources and serving its people. Position Summary Notre Dame Academy is seeking a dynamic and competitive coach to lead the outdoor track and field program. NDA coaches are actively engaged in the community, and embrace both the mission and values of St Julie Billiart, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur and the Academy. The role of the Varsity Track and Field Coach is to be responsible for coaching, character development and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in track. This job requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents and community as well as follow the mission of the school. Positive communication strategies, organizational skills, and safety awareness are key requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities -Following and upholding the policies and mission statement of Notre Dame Academy and communicating the vision of the Notre Dame Academy program to athletes and parents -Oversee the development of the track program -Instructing and demonstrating skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development. -Coordinating parent meetings, tryouts, daily practice planning, game management, off season programming and community engagement -Work closely with the Athletic Director to ensure all school policies/procedures are being followed as it relates to athletic programs (eligibility, parent meetings, registrations, tryouts, scheduling, equipment inventory/collection, off season training programs etc.) -Work directly with athletic trainers and Athletic Director in reporting injuries, teaching precautions and procedures to ensure staff/student safety and help students prevent injuries. -Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. -Ability to represent NDA appropriately to the NDA school community, local track community, press and broader community -Understand the necessary commitment, expectations and pressures associated with being the head coach in a well-supported program. -The 2024-2025 School year for the Spring Track and Field Season. Start date: 03/17/2025. Additional Requirements: Equal Opportunity Employment Notre Dame Academy is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. Job Requirements Minimum Acceptable Qualifications -High school level (or higher) coaching experience preferred. -NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certification (obtained within first 2 years of coaching) -First Aid / CPR / AED certification -Completion of the NFHS Concussion in Sports Course -Must be available afternoons and evenings during the season. -Understanding of MIAA regulations and expectations -Citizenship, residency or work visa required Physical Requirements and Work Environment -Works in an environment with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts -Capable of moving and performing basic skill demonstrations during practice -Able to carry equipment to and from sites throughout the season -Work in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold To apply: Email cover letter, resume and three references to Notre Dame Academy’s Athletic Director, Laura Habacker. Contact Information Laura Habacker Lhabacker@nda-worc.org