Pk3-8Th P.E. Teacher, Athletic Assistant, Coach

St. Mary's Catholic School (SMCS) in Taylor, Texas, is currently seeking a PK3-8th Grade P.E. Teacher/Athletic Assistant/Coach for delivery of our Physical Education program classes and the building of our competitive sports programs at grades 5th-8th. This position is full time, salaried, and exempt.

The oldest private school in the county (127 years old!), SMCS serves PK3-12th grade students. We are the first school in the Diocese to return to our Classical roots, and the first school in Texas to open a Chesterton Academy (an international network of joyfully Catholic, Classical high schools). St. Mary's has implemented a classical instructional program that includes integrated History, Literature, and Religion, rigorous Great Books/Classic Literature studies, and a focus on the pursuit of Truth, Beauty, and Goodness.

We are known for our infectious Christian joy, welcoming family atmosphere, and outstanding service and academic formation. Educating in wisdom and virtue, St. Mary's Catholic School is centered on Christ in all that we do!

Requires: Bachelor's degree. Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church and/or must support and exemplify Catholic doctrine and morality in a manner consistent with the teachings of the Magisterium of the Catholic Church. Coaching/teaching PE experience preferred.

Ministerial Character

Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations. Pastors, presidents, and principals serve as leaders of the schools to make Christ's mission present and enduring in the schools. In order to fulfill Christ's mission, the school leaders employ suitable, chosen collaborators, sharing with them Christ's mission and entrusting to them various responsibilities.

Job Summary

The PK3-8th Grade PE Teacher/Athletics Assistant/Coach fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by assisting the administration in the development and implementation of a comprehensive PE and athletic program to promote student health, athletic skill, and safety. The PK3-8th Grade PE Teacher/Athletics Assistant/Coach works in collaboration with the St. Mary's Athletic Director and has 5th-8th Grade coordination responsibilities within essential job functions, in keeping with school policies. The position is hired and evaluated by the principal.

Essential Duties

• Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school

• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church

• Continuously grow in your ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed

• Plans, organizes, and implements a comprehensive PE and athletic program for students

• Models professional conduct, demeanor, and work habits

• Provides for the safety and well-being of student athletes by implementing safety guidelines and training of coaches and students

• Maintains, updates, and distributes athlete and coach handbooks annually

• Implements annual parent information and coach training sessions

• Ensures that all athletes have completed annual physicals, release/hold harmless forms, and required registration prior to participation

• Ensures that all coaches are compliant with EIM according to diocesan guidelines

• Ensures the school's compliance with athletic governance regulations

• Attends required meetings according to governance requirements

• Maintains athletic inventory including all clothing and equipment

• Coordinates the ordering process for new equipment, uniforms, player gear, fan and spirit gear, and any other products deemed necessary

• Maintains the school's athletic calendar in coordination with the master school calendar

• Administrates all on-campus athletic competitions, and ensures supervision of all off-campus events

• In conjunction with the principal, supervises, hires, and evaluates all coaches formally and informally

• Maintains current and accurate records according to school policy

• Communicates efficiently with coaches regarding registration, team assignments, schedules, and participation requirements

• Communicates with administration/faculty regarding need for early dismissals and events

• Manages expenditures for each sport according to budgetary expectations

• Oversees all sports fundraising activities in collaboration with the Athletics Booster organization and parents of athletes

• Coordinates and manages middle school athletic department events, including but not limited to the athletic summer camps

• In collaboration with the Athletic Director, updates and maintains the athletic section on the school website

• Collaborates with peers to support program planning, including the coordination of schedules, field and gym use, and other facilities use

• Serves as a liaison to the Booster Club and advises regarding their activities, rules, and regulations

• Keeps abreast of current athletic and safety information through membership in relevant Associations

• Coordinates transportation for all school athletic events, when needed

• Completes coaching responsibilities as assigned according to Coach's job description

• Models sensible sportsmanship while instilling these characteristics within team members

• Conducts practice sessions and games according to local diocesan policy and league regulations

• Schedules practices and games

• Monitors the physical condition and fitness of participants and reports injuries to parents and school officials

• Continually monitors and supervises all activities of the participants at all practices and games

• Follows school and diocesan policies regarding academic eligibility

• Able to instruct athletes about proper strategy, skills, and rules of the game

• Able to motivate and support student athletes to perform optimally as an individual athlete and team member

• Uses approved, corrective, and positive discipline procedures in dealing with inappropriate student conduct

• Collaborates with school personnel to enhance the work environment and support academic programming

• Conferences with parents upon request and responds to messages in a timely manner

• Participates in school-wide activities

• Attends liturgical or prayer services along with faculty and school family