The Coach fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by developing, initiating, and administering the program in a particular sport which adequately prepares the student-athlete for interscholastic competition. The Coach is recommended to the principal by the athletic director, hired by the principal, and evaluated in consultation with the athletic director.

Essential Duties:

1. Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
2. Acts as a witness to the Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
3. Support and adhere to the Standards of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school.
4. Continuously grow in your ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.
5. Support and adhere to the Standards of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school.
6. Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters.
7. Models professional conduct and sensible sportsmanship while instilling these characteristics within team members.
8. Conducts practice sessions and games according to local diocesan policy and TAPPS regulations.
9. Verifies student eligibility to practice and participate by completion of physicals, release/hold harmless, and registrations.
10. Monitors the physical condition and fitness of participants and reports injuries to parents and school officials.
11. Continually monitors and supervises all activities of the participants at all practices and games.
12. Teaches essential safety skills and strategies to student athletes; monitors safety compliance.
13. Follows school, diocesan, and TAPPS policies regarding academic eligibility, safety guidelines, and transportation rules.

Knowledge and Skills:

1. Knowledge of the content and the methods of religious education.
2. Knowledge, expertise, and competency in fundamentals of the sport.
3. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
4. Ability to work well with others in the school community.
5. Ability to work independently and self-motivate.
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
7. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
8. Skill in motivating and engaging student-athletes.
9. Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format.
10. Skill in job appropriate technology.
11. Skill in critical thinking and planning.