Sports​/Fitness​/Wellness Coach, Health ​/ Fitness ​/ Gym ​/ Pilates

St. Joseph Academy is looking for an experienced Coach to serve. Prior coaching experience is preferred.

Must be able to complete a background check and Protecting God's Children (PGC) class.

Under the direction of the school principal and the Athletic Director, the Coach is responsible for supporting the School and the Diocese of St. Augustine in their mission to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic School environment. The Coach will instruct and work with athletes to prepare them for competition. Coaches help athletes to play their best individually or as a team in sports.

They are experts on the rules, strategies, and techniques of their sports. Coaches must also know about sports equipment, physical fitness, and safety. It’s the coach’s responsibility to create an environment in which the team can use its skills and abilities to their maximum potential.

• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; set high standards for student behavior and manage inappropriate behavior effectively;
• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing School policies and regulations;
• Maintain confidentiality of information; display sound judgment in dress and general behavior. Specifically, Coaches will follow dress code standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Excellent communication skills including written and oral, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and well-organized; must be a team player.
• Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation.
• Clear an E-Verify check to confirm the candidate meets DHS requirements to work in the U.S. ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

Physical and Mental Requirements:
Coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual capabilities, and the ability to lift as required.

Required Activities include walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, carrying, and keyboarding.