Head 5th/6th Flag Football Coach - PT

Holy Family Catholic School (Middle School) is seeking a part time 5/6th grade Flag Football Coach for the 2021-2022 school year. This is a stipend position and will take place August through October. Interested candidates should submit an application via Applicant Pro.

Job summary: The Flag 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 Assistant 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