Archdiocese of St. Louis·O’Fallon, Missouri
The Seasonal Coach is responsible for planning and leading athletic practices, teaching sport-specific fundamentals, and supervising student-athletes during games and team activities. They must also ensure compliance with safety regulations and foster an environment consistent with Catholic values.
The Archdiocese of St.
Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St.
Louis area.
Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St.
Louis.Job Summary The Seasonal Coach is responsible for planning, organizing, and leading the school's athletic program for a designated sport during its competitive season.
The coach promotes skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth while supporting the mission, values, and teachings of the Catholic school.
The coach serves as a positive role model, fostering an environment that emphasizes faith, respect, integrity, and excellence.Job Responsibilities
Plan and conduct practices that develop athletes' skills, teamwork, and physical conditioning.
Teach the fundamentals, rules, and strategies of the assigned sport.
Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and team activities.
Promote good sportsmanship, respect, discipline, and ethical behavior.
Support the spiritual, academic, and personal development of student-athletes consistent with Catholic values.
Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, school administration, and officials.
Ensure compliance with school, diocesan, league, and state athletic association policies and regulations.
Maintain accurate records, including attendance, eligibility, equipment, and game results.
Inspect and maintain equipment and report safety concerns promptly.
Coordinate transportation, uniforms, and game-day logistics as assigned.
Attend coaches' meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or Principal.
Job Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred.
Previous coaching or playing experience in the assigned sport preferred.
Knowledge of sport-specific techniques, rules, and safety practices.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively with students, parents, faculty, and administrators.
Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education.
Practicing Catholic preferred, if consistent with diocesan hiring policies and applicable law.
The Archdiocese of St.
Louis 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.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with a bachelor's degree preferred. Candidates should have previous coaching or playing experience and possess strong leadership and communication skills.
Market context
In Missouri, seasonal coaching roles can open as teams prepare for summer programs and short-term training cycles, so candidates with prior coaching or competitive swimming experience are often competitive. This role may stand out for applicants who already hold CPR, First Aid, or water safety credentials and can show familiarity with swim training techniques. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm which certifications you already have before applying.