The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.
Job Summary
The Seasonal Coach is responsible for leading and developing student-athletes in a manner that promotes athletic excellence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth while supporting the mission and values of the Catholic school. The coach provides instruction, supervision, and mentorship throughout the designated sports season.
Job Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and conduct practices and training sessions.
- Coach the team during games, meets, and tournaments.
- Teach sport-specific skills, rules, and strategies.
- Foster teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of student-athletes during all team activities.
- Supervise athletes during practices, competitions, and team travel.
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, school administrators, and athletic department staff.
- Monitor student-athlete conduct and encourage academic success.
- Maintain equipment and assist with inventory and uniform distribution.
- Comply with school policies, league regulations, and state athletic association rules.
- Model professionalism, integrity, and ethical behavior consistent with the school's Catholic mission.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred.
- Previous coaching and/or competitive playing experience in the assigned sport preferred.
- Knowledge of sport-specific rules, techniques, and safety practices.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
- Current CPR, First Aid, and other required coaching certifications, or willingness to obtain them.
- Successful completion of background screening and any diocesan safe environment training requirements.
The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.
