About the Role
The Lower School Athletics Coach is responsible for providing CAIS student-athletes with a safe, inclusive, developmentally appropriate, and positive athletic experience. The coach will introduce and develop fundamental sport skills while promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence, effort, and enjoyment.
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead organized, age-appropriate practices.
- Teach the fundamental skills, rules, and strategies of the sport.
- Create an inclusive environment for athletes of varying skill and experience levels.
- Provide clear instruction, encouragement, and constructive feedback.
- Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, perseverance, kindness, and respect.
- Develop appropriate game plans, lineups, and player rotations.
- Prioritize athlete safety and follow all injury, concussion, and emergency procedures.
- Supervise student-athletes before, during, and after practices and competitions.
- Communicate schedules, expectations, and important updates with families and the Athletic Director.
- Maintain attendance and promptly communicate athlete absences or concerns.
- Care for school uniforms, equipment, and facilities.
- Report injuries, behavioral concerns, or significant incidents to the Athletic Director.
- Represent CAIS professionally when interacting with athletes, families, officials, and opposing schools.
Requirements
- One to two years of coaching or relevant playing experience in the selected sport.
- Knowledge of the fundamental skills and rules of the sport.
- Ability to create effective practice plans for Lower School student-athletes.
- Ability to work positively with children of different skill levels.
- Dependability and availability for all scheduled practices and games.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Completion of required concussion protocol training.
- Successful completion of a CYO Live Scan background check.
- Completion of all required CYO coach certifications and trainings.
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Strong organization skills
- Strong leadership skills
Location
- San Francisco, CA 94132
Work Type
- Part Time
- Seasonal
Experience Level
- 1-2 years of coaching or relevant playing experience
Salary/Compensations
- $62.50 - $62.50 Hourly
- Up to $2,500 per season
About the Company
- CAIS Athletics philosophy
- CYO policies
