What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Community Coach position at The Mount Vernon School?
Description
Established in 1972, Mount Vernon School serves over 1,250 students in Preschool through Grade 12 on our 40-acre Atlanta campus. Grounded in Christian values, Mount Vernon prepares all students to be college-ready, globally competitive, and engaged citizen leaders. Mount Vernon School anchors the Mount Vernon Organization as a destination of inquiry, innovation, and impact. Through MVSO, the online division of our Upper School, and MV Ventures, our research and educational consultancy, our organization is living its mission to design a better world by providing unique and differentiated value for all community members now and into the future.
The Athletic Team
Relationships are foundational for our athletic teams just as they are in the classroom at Mount Vernon. By prioritizing the connections built between coaches and our student-athletes, we create an environment of support, encouragement, and accountability that allows our students to achieve their athletic goals beyond what they ever imagined for themselves. More than 80% of our Upper and Middle School students participate in athletics. Participating in sports plays a positive role in supporting youth development, leading to improved academic achievement and stronger social and emotional well-being. The Athletic Team works collaboratively to deliver a high-quality experience for students and parents that lives into their core value, “We Over Me”.
Current Openings/Needs
- Middle School Swim
- Varsity Boys Golf
- Varsity Girls Golf
- Wrestling Coach
Role
Community Coaches at Mount Vernon play an integral role in shaping student-athletes through skill development, mentorship, and teamwork. Coaches are part of a collaborative coaching team, partnering with colleagues and communicating with parents to foster growth both on and off the field. This is a position that is important to the culture of the school and has the opportunity to build on the successes of Mount Vernon’s athletic program and be a part of the momentum as we continue our Let’s Do This Campaign.
Responsibilities
- Planning and managing the team’s daily operations including practices, games, matches, etc.
- Develop and implement effective and meaningful practice plans, drills, and coaching strategies
- Regularly communicating with families, coaches, and players
- Supporting students’ academic growth
- Updating calendars and communicating after-school events with stakeholders
Core Competencies
- Ability to cultivate respectful and affirming environments
- Culturally proficient & equity literate
- A track record of giving high-quality, responsive feedback
- Ability to empower/inspire teams and enhance culture
- Organization and attention to detail
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
Requirements
- Coaching experience in appropriate sports
- Positive and effective leadership, organizational, mentoring, and coaching skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
This job description is intended to describe the basic elements of the job and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. This job description does not constitute a contract. It may be modified or amended at any time as determined in the School’s discretion.
The faculty and staff of The Mount Vernon School believe the fair and equitable treatment of employees is critical to fulfilling its mission and purpose. It is the policy of The Mount Vernon School to conduct business and provide equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.