Job Summary

Position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. Position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

Works closely with student athletes to develop good character on and off the field. Assists teachers, counselors, and other school personnel with student athlete attendance, academics, and behavior in and out of football season.

Primary Objectives:

Under the direction of the Athletic Director, the coach must plan and implement a high quality athletic program that promotes the school’s mission, stresses fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship while maintaining high safety standards for all athletes. The Head Varsity Football Coach must be able to create a culture on leadership, and being dedicated to the discipleship of our young students. They will be responsible for training athletes and preparing them for interscholastic competition and developing their skills at a competitive level. This is a stipend position and not a full-time at the present time.

Key Responsibilities:

Discipleship of the young men in the football program
Observe all students on the team and maintain discipline during practices and games
Effectively use best coaching practices to adapt coaching methods, instructional materials, and learning opportunities to meet students' varying needs
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis
Observe and collaborate with peers and assistant coaches to enhance the practice and game environment
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and coaches training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence
Select, store, order, issue, and inventory equipment, materials, and supplies
Adhere to the bylaws, policies and procedures, and to all laws that govern the school and its actions
Provide off-season programs within the bylaws, policies and procedures, and to all laws that govern the school and its actions
Additional duties as assigned by the administration

Professional and Personal Attributes, Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree required
Exhibit a high knowledge of the game of football; a minimum of 5 years coaching experience highly preferred
A vision for how to build a strong football program with sustained success
Ability to develop rapport with students and lead others confidently
Possess a personal drive for excellence
Ability to work well with others and have a “team first” attitude in the role as a head coach in the athletic department
Ability to lead from the front or from the back
Demonstrate excellent organizational and written and oral communication skills

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The head coach will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the principal, athletic director or appropriate administrator