Xavier High School seeks an Assistant Football Coach for the Freshman/JV level.
Xavier High School is an academically rigorous, Catholic, Jesuit, college preparatory school in New York City that educates intelligent, motivated young men of diverse backgrounds and means. Our mission is to teach students to take responsibility for their lives, to lead with integrity, to act justly in service of others, to pursue excellence in every endeavor and to deepen their relationship with God. Ultimately, Xavier forms young men who will go forth to transform the world for God’s greater glory.
Qualifications:
- Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
- Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport.
- Has substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of football and at the same time must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.
The Assistant Football Coach will report to the Head Coach (JV or Freshman), Director of Athletics, Varsity Head Football Coach, and Headmaster.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies.
- Has knowledge of the existing school, state and league regulations; implements the same consistently.
- Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all student and parent requests or grievances through proper channels.
- Maintains discipline and works to increase morale and cooperation within the school sports program and school community.
- Assists in preparation for scheduled games and practices; Assists the head coach in carrying out his responsibilities.
- Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the head coach of that sport.
- Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the head coach.
- Creates appropriate game and practice schedules based on individual needs.
