SUMMARY The position is a seasonal position with a stipend.
The role
of the head coach is to be responsible for leading the team and provide a program standard for sub-varsity levels, character development and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a higher level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork. This job requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents and community and follow the mission of our school.
Positive communication strategies, organizational skills and safety awareness are key requirements. The Diocese of Orlando’s four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees: Authenticity: Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living. Respect: Affirming each person’s God-given dignity and uniqueness. Courage: Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly.
Commitment: Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification.
- They are not listed in an order of importance.
- The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this classification.
- Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions, to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect and good sportsmanship.
- Use a variety of instructional techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the team.
- Ownership and Management of Varsity and Sub-Varsity programs.
- Recruit and manage staff of assistant coaches Build and foster an inclusive, positive culture that promotes sustainable success.
- Assist in determining game strategy based on the team’s capabilities.
- Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions and while on trips off school property.
- Always encourage sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
- Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, facilities, and including protecting students from hazing/bullying.
- Maintain and secure all facilities, equipment, and uniforms.
- Follow established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
- Represent Bishop Moore Catholic and the program in a professional manner.
- Maintain nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
- Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
- Perform any other related duties as assigned by the varsity head coach and Athletic Director or other appropriate administrator.
- Establish a relationship with partner school students, coaches, and athletic directors
