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Catholic Diocese of Rockford

Asst Coach - Various Sports

Sterling, IL

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
26 Sept 2026

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Description

JOB GOAL: To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Has previous successful coaching experience in the assigned sport.
  • Must know the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.
  • Must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/her instructions and actions.

REPORTS TO: The head coach, who provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the athletic director.

SUPERVISES : Practices, games, locker rooms, buses, and other areas associated with the program.

GENERAL:

  • The position includes other unusual aspects, such as extended hours, risk of injury, and due process predicaments.
  • It is the express intent of this job description to provide sufficient guidance for the practical application of the function. In cases not explicitly covered, it shall be assumed that a coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Knows all the athletic policies approved by the school and diocese.
  • Knows existing system, state, and league regulations; implements the same consistently and interprets them for the players, parents, and fans as needed.
  • Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through appropriate channels. Is aware of all public, staff, and departmental meetings that require attendance.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Serves as a mentor to each athlete, promoting the development and demonstration of character traits such as trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship in student athletes.
  • Gives attention to a student athlete's grades and conduct.
  • By their presence at all practice games and while traveling, they provide assistance, guidance, and safeguards for each participant.
  • Provides training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.
  • Directs student managers, assistants, and statisticians.

EQUIPMENT:

  • Monitors equipment rooms and coaches' offices, authorizes who may enter, issue, or requisition equipment.
  • Permits athletes to be in authorized areas of the building at the designated times.
  • Examine locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on the general cleanliness of the facility. Responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of specific sports equipment.
  • Secures all doors, lights, windows, and locks before leaving the building if custodians are not on duty.
  • Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care, and proper use.
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