Head Varsity Football Coach

DePaul College Prep

HEAD VARSITY FOOTBALL COACH

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

The Head Varsity Football Coach works under the direct supervision of the Athletic Director and the general supervision of the Principal. The Coach is expected to provide the necessary leadership and to plan, organize, and be responsible for a comprehensive interscholastic athletic program, and to carry out the objectives of the total school athletic program. The Coach is also responsible for the Junior Varsity and Freshman level programs if they exist. It is preferred that varsity level coaches have experience in playing or coaching the sport at the collegiate or high school level. The Coach is expected to be a positive role model. The Coach is expected to maintain effective communication with athletes, school administration, staff, students, parents, and the community. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: 

• Receives direct supervision from the Athletic Director and general supervision from the Principal and President. 
• Exercises direct supervision over assigned assistant coaches, any JV and Freshman coaches, and student assistants.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES: 

• Demonstrate proper sportsmanship and respect for players, officials, opponents, fans, and other coaches. 
• Maintain good public relations with media, boosters, parents, officials, players, fans, etc. 
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff, and school administration. 
• Serve as a positive role model for students, coaching staff, and the community. 
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and ability to implement, effective coaching theory, strategies, and techniques appropriate for high school athletes. 
• Ability to motivate student athletes to participate and sustain their interests in the program. 
• Work effectively with student athletes of varying abilities, socio-economic backgrounds, and cultural backgrounds to instill commitment, discipline, and teamwork. 
• High School and/or Collegiate level playing experience in the sport is preferred. 
• Ability to supervise, organize, and motivate a coaching staff at all levels. 
• Assume responsibility for inventory, selection, and care of equipment. 
• Assume responsibility for proper care of the school facilities. 
• Responsible for the supervision of all students under their care. 
• Report any complaints of bullying/harassment/hazing to administration in a timely manner.
• Report injuries to administration in a timely manner and work in collaboration with the Athletic Training staff and the Strength and Conditioning coach(es). 
• Build and sustain a successful program that is widely supported and respected by the DePaul College Prep faculty and staff and community at large. 
• Adhere to DePaul College Prep Faculty and Staff Handbook
• Availability to coach during summers and vacation periods. 

OTHER JOB DUTIES: 

• Inform parents and student/athletes regarding NCAA clearing house registration deadlines and academic requirements, etc. 
• Encourage athletes to take PSAT, SAT, and/or ACT in order to prepare for college. 
• Assist the Athletic Director in developing game schedules, practice schedules, facilities use, transportation needs, and the program budget. 
• Requisition supplies, materials, and equipment as needed. 
• Provide game results to the media; keep season and game-by-game statistics and records; provide statistical reports to Max Preps. 
• Provide statistical information to the media and IHSA upon request. 
• Provide statistical information, video, etc. to college recruiters upon request. 
• Submit varsity letters and present at awards banquet. 
• Stay abreast of students' academic eligibility and work with teachers and administration to help keep students eligible. 
• Adhere to DePaul Prep Handbook. 
• Assist the Athletic Director in selecting assistant coaches. 
• Apply discipline in a positive, firm and consistent manner according to School and Team policy. 
• Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director, Principal, or President. 

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience: High School and/or College coaching/playing experience preferred. 
• Certification: ISBE Teacher certification preferred but not required.
• IHSA Coach Compliance: CPR/AED/Concussion/Performance Enhancing Substance/Hate Speech and SafeSport certifications are required. 
• Clearance: Meet all ISBE, Archdiocese of Chicago, and DePaul College Prep required background checks and medical requirements.
• References: Must have at least three positive references from previous coaching experiences and positive letter(s) of recommendation from Athletic Director(s) and Administration. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions: 

• This work involves standing for long periods of time and may involve walking or standing for extended periods of time. 
• Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, manual dexterity to operate sports related equipment, and handle and work with various materials/objects. 
• Able to work in a wide variety of temperatures and weather conditions, including extreme temperature conditions outdoors.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

• Tuition Reduction Grant per the DePaul Prep Handbook

COMPENSATION RANGE

$6,500.00 - $11,000.00 per year, depending on experience.

Salary : $6,500 - $11,000