Department: Athletics

Job Description                                                                                                                                                             JD – SCC

Title: Strength and Conditioning Coach

Job Summary:

The Strength and Conditioning Coach to develop and implement a comprehensive strength and conditioning program for student-athletes. This individual will be responsible for enhancing athletic performance, reducing injury risks, and promoting overall physical wellness while maintaining a Christ-centered approach. The coach will work closely with athletic teams, coaches, and trainers to ensure student-athletes achieve their full potential in a manner that aligns with the mission and values of the school.

Lines of Authority:

Reports to the Athletic Directors as well Jayde De La Rosa.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED Required (Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred).

Required Personal Qualities:

• Whole-heartedly agrees with the school’s Statement of Faith and vision to Live for God, Love like Jesus, and Learn for Life

• Consistently demonstrates enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, and punctuality.
• Embodies a Christ-like attitude in all aspects of his/her work.

Required Spiritual Development:

• Is a baptized believer who is a devoted disciple of Jesus Christ. 
• Believes that the Bible is God’s Word and standard for faith and daily living.
• Models Christ-likeness in attitude, speech, and actions toward others.
• Is an active member of a local Christ centered community of faith.
• Reflects the vision of the school, which is to Live for God, Love like Jesus, and Learn for Life.
• Maintains a personal appearance that is a Christian role model of cleanliness, modesty, and good taste, and that is in agreement with any applicable school policy.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with a professional and friendly demeanor.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and upholding the values of the Christian school.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience coaching at the secondary level, preferably in a school setting.

Transportation:

Reliable transportation.                                                                                       

Physical and Mental Effort:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms and taste or smell.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, climb or balance, crouch or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Classification:

Exempt

1. Coaching and Development

• Design and implement strength, conditioning, and injury prevention programs for all athletic teams.
• Conduct individual and group training sessions to improve strength, speed, agility, endurance, and flexibility.
• Monitor and assess athlete progress and adjust training programs as needed.
• Educate student-athletes on proper nutrition, recovery, and injury prevention strategies.
• Collaborate with coaches and athletic trainers to support team-specific conditioning needs.
• Promote a culture of discipline, accountability, and hard work among student-athletes.

2. Mentoring and Leadership

• Serve as a positive role model, promoting sportsmanship, integrity, and respect among players.
• Encourage spiritual growth and character development through Christ-centered teachings.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive team environment that aligns with the school's Christian values.

3. Program Management

• Maintain equipment and facilities in good condition, ensuring a safe and conducive environment for practices and matches.
• Stay updated on best practices in sports performance and conditioning.
• Ensure compliance with all school, district, and league regulations and policies.

4. Other duties may be assigned as needed.