Our Lady of Mount Carmel High School, committed to academic excellence and faith-based education, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Outdoor Track Coach. The ideal candidate will promote athletic excellence, teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship while supporting the mission and values of a Catholic educational community.
Essential Functions
- Plan, organize, and conduct all practice sessions, meets, and team-related activities for the track season.
- Teach proper techniques for sprinting, distance running, jumping, and throwing events.
- Promote safety, conditioning, and proper warm-up/cool-down procedures.
- Foster the spiritual, moral, and personal development of student-athletes in alignment with Catholic values.
- Communicate clearly with athletes, parents, and school staff regarding schedules, expectations, and progress.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, performance, and incident reports.
- Ensure compliance with school and league policies.
- Support and model Christian behavior and respect in all student and staff interactions.
Position Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Kinesiology, or related field.
- Prior experience coaching track and field, preferably at the high school level.
- Knowledge track events, techniques, and training principles.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and inspire young athletes.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.
- Ability to pass a background check and complete any diocesan-required trainingCurrent CPR/First Aid certification.
- Experience coaching multiple track disciplines (sprints, distance, jumps, throws).
Work Schedule
- Seasonal position (Track Season: February to May). Weekday practices (afternoons/evenings) and meets.
Pay Range: $2,000 Stipend
Benefits: This position is not benefits eligible.