The High School Head Six-Man Football Coach fulfills the mission of San Juan Diego Catholic School as a member of the athletic department within the framework of San Juan Diego's philosophy, organizations and policies. The High School Head Six-Man Football Coach has decision making responsibilities within essential job functions that include, but are not limited to: practice organization, game preparation, cleaning, equipment distribution and upkeep.
Essential Duties

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
• Models professional conduct and sensible sportsmanship while instilling these characteristics within team members
• Conducts practice sessions and games according to local diocesan policy and league regulations
• Schedules practices and games in consultation with the athletic director
• Verifies student eligibility to practice and participate by completion of physicals, release/hold harmless, and registration
• Monitors the 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 academic eligibility, safety guidelines, and transportation rules
• Attend all coaching staff events
• Emphasize the importance of prayer before and after all practices and games/contests
• Models professional dress for all games/contests
• Verifies they are completing ongoing professional development related to athletics

Important Job Functions:

• Able to instruct athletes about proper strategy, skills and rules of the sport
• 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
• Collaborates with school personnel to enhance the work environment and support academic programming
• Conferences with parents upon request and responds to messages in a timely manner

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School or equivalent, preferably College degree
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) compliant

Experience:

• Previous coaching (2-3 years) or playing experience preferred

General Information:

• Part-time stipend position
• Not eligible for benefits
• Potential to include a staff position for the 2024-25 school year