What are the responsibilities and job description for the Boys Varsity Basketball Coach position at Seton Catholic College Preparatory High School?
Seton Catholic High School is looking for a Head Boys Varsity Basketball Coach that excels at skill and character development. Seton Catholic is a small (300 students) but growing school in Vancouver, WA that competes in the 1A Trico League. The boys basketball team is coming off of 3 straight appearances in the state basketball tournament, winning a 6th place trophy in 2023-24.
Job Description:
The role of the Head Varsity Coach is to be responsible for coaching, character development, and providing direction to our student athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork in basketball. Our school culture is based on the I Am 3rd mission of putting God first, others second, and ourselves third.
As coach, you will report to the Athletic Director.
Requirements:
1) The Archdiocese requires you to complete a background check and the Safe Environment training course prior to working with the student athletes.
2) Complete all WIAA required training courses (i.e. concussion, blood born pathogens, etc.)
3) Previous high school coaching experience is preferred by not required.
Essential Job Functions:
1.) Follows and upholds the policies and mission of Seton Catholic High School.
2.) Take responsibility for parent/player communication, practice planning, and game coaching for the team.
3.) Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary to prepare student athletes for varsity-level basketball.
4.) Hold players accountable to follow program standards.
5.) Travel with student athletes on the bus for road games.
6.) Lock up the school and gym after evening practices.
7.) Emphasize the importance of academic eligibility and check in with players frequently.
8.) Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards opposing team, fans, parents, officials, spectators and community.
Start Date: Spring 2025
Application Deadline: 4/15/25
To Apply: Please contact Aaron Jenniges at ajenniges@setonhigh.org and send in your cover letter and resume. If you are a teacher looking for a teaching position as well, please mention that in the cover letter.