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Previous football coaching at the varsity level is preferred. Must meet state licensing requirements for coaching.

The responsibilities of the Head Football Coach are to manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. Qualifications Demonstrates organizational skills Demonstrate effective decision-making skills Demonstrate effective verbal communication skills Demonstrate an ability to work with others The will to put in the extra time necessary to develop coaching skills

Essential Functions:

Adheres to all MSHSAA policies Provides supervision of students during all aspects of the program Serves as a positive role model to the student athletes and represents St. Mary’s High school positively Upgrades his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations consultation, etc. Understands the proper administrative chain of command and refers all student/parent requests or grievances through the proper channels Maintains discipline and works to increase morale and cooperation within the school sports program Has thorough knowledge of MSHSAA policies and is responsible for its implementation Demonstrates the character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship Present at all practices, games and while traveling Provides assistance, guidance and safeguards for each participant Understands the policies concerning injuries, medical attention and emergencies Arranges for the issuing and storing of equipment and submits to the head coach an annual inventory and current records concerning the same Recommends to the head coach budgetary item for the next year in his/her area of the program Examines the locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on general cleanliness of the facility Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and proper use Recommends purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms Assists the head coach with instructing players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport Assess player’s skills, monitor players during competition and practice, and keeps the head coach informed of the athletic performance of the students Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the head coach of that sport and assists with determining game strategy Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the head coach Helps in the planning and implementation of both in-season and out-of-season conditioning and weight programs Attendance should be consistent Never leave practices, games, or any other contest where a student’s attendance is requested until the last student has left Performs other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to communicate with families, students, and school employees Knowledge of relevant sport and its rules and regulations Ability to provide positive and constructive coaching and feedback to athletes Effective oral and written communication skills Demonstrate success in area of application

Experience:

Previous coaching experience in assigned sport is desired
Knowledge and background in the assigned sport
Education:

Bachelor’s Degree (required)
Valid Professional Teaching Certificate in the State of Missouri OR NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching and a Valid Missouri Substitute Certification (preferred)
First-Aid and CPR Certification (required)
Completion of Concussion in Sports Course (required)
Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 pounds such as boxes of books, equipment, uniforms, and AV/VCR carts
The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus
The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff
Working Conditions and Environment:

Work is routinely performed in a typical gym, field, game, or practice setting
Very limited or no exposure to physical risk

About St. Mary's High School

St. Mary’s High School, founded in 1931, has been an integral part of the City of St. Louis' Dutchtown neighborhood. The campus covers more than 27 acres and includes a blend of modern academic classrooms and collegiate-level sports facilities. St. Mary’s remains on the leading edge of secondary education and has continued to accomplish this at a tuition cost that is significantly less than other all-male secondary schools in the St. Louis area. More than 12,000 graduates can testify to the quality of the St. Mary’s High School academic curriculum. However, academics are only one piece of the educational experience students receive. Rich in Marianist tradition, students are encouraged to explore their minds and grow not only intellectually but emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

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