Athletic Coach

Job Summary

The Athletic Coach motivates, instructs, and coaches athletes. The position strives to improve the performance of athletes.

Position Requirements

  • Reflect the purpose of the school; honoring Christ in your interaction with students, parents, and employees

  • Motivate, instruct, and coach athletes

  • Strive to improve the performance of athletes

  • Ensure that students are safe and monitored during practice and games

  • Maintain supplies and equipment; keep in good working condition

  • Engage in positive interaction with students to build confidence and self-esteem

  • Familiar with rules and regulations of the sport; acquired through playing and studying

  • Responsible for inventory of equipment, jerseys, and supplies

  • Model and encourage good social skills

  • Follow Matthew 18 principles regarding questions, concerns, or problems

  • Perform other related and non-related tasks as assigned

Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills; able to interact with students and families from various backgrounds

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Effective and encouraging leadership skills

  • Action and results oriented, self-starter, self-directed, and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial quality; able to work without daily oversight

  • Friendly and approachable; caring and compassionate

  • Confident, enthusiastic, and capable

  • Provide a positive example to students by supporting the school’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Hillcrest Lutheran Academy

  • Able to manage necessary software and database

 Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED

  • First Aid and CPR certificate is preferred

  • Previous experience with Google Apps and Microsoft Office is preferred

Physical Requirements

  • Walking, standing, and sitting throughout the day

  • Able to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally

  • Energy to interact with active students

  • Able to move safely over various terrain, between buildings, up/down stairs