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Assistant Varsity Football Coach

St Charles, MO, US, 63301-1443 The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a dynamic future. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

Job Summary

The Varsity Assistant Football Coach is to support the Head Coach in leading and developing the high school football program. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for the sport, a commitment to student-athlete development, and the ability to work within a team of coaches to promote a positive, competitive, and respectful athletic culture.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in planning and running practices, games, and team activities.
• Instruct student-athletes in the rules, strategies, and techniques of football.
• Provide mentorship, leadership, and supervision to student-athletes both on and off the field.
• Support the development of offensive, defensive, or special teams schemes (depending on area of focus).
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all players during practices, games, and travel.
• Promote academic achievement, good sportsmanship, and character development.
• Assist with game-day preparations, including equipment setup and sideline management.
• Collaborate with coaching staff to analyze game film and implement adjustments.
• Maintain open communication with athletes, parents, and school administrators.
• Help monitor student-athlete eligibility and compliance with school and league rules.
• Attend all scheduled team meetings, practices, games, and coach development sessions.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Prior experience coaching football (preferably at the high school or collegiate level)

Strong knowledge of football rules, techniques, and strategies

Ability to effectively communicate and lead adolescents

First Aid/CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain)

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status. Pre-Employment Screening All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.