A Coach works with individual athletes or with sports teams to develop skills and improve teamwork and competitive performance. Runs practice sessions and physical conditioning programs; assesses the strengths and weaknesses of players; plans strategies for games; motivates and encourage players and teaches good sportsmanship.
To be considered for this vacancy, applicant must complete the on-line application process and indicate interest in this specific job number.
Date Available:
8/1/2026
Duty Days Per Year:
MSHSL Fall Season; plus planning of off-season program
Hours Per Day:
Varies as arranged with supervisor
Type of Position:
(x) Continuing ( )
Temporary Salary:
$3,227-$4,817
Supervisor of Position:
Joan Johnson, Activities Director Qualifications:
The Assistant Varsity Coach is responsible for providing strong leadership and guidance to student-athletes within the program. Working closely with the Activities Director and assistant coaches, the Assistant Varsity Coach will help define the goals and direction of the program. In addition, the Assistant Varsity Coach is accountable for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of every student-athlete participating in the team at St. Francis High School.
Preferred:
Assistant coaching experience at the high school level (or extensive experience working with developmental players). MN Coaching Certificate or completion of the MSHSL/National Federation of Interscholastic Coaches Education Program. In-depth knowledge of the sport. Successful candidates must also show competency in the following: Teaching and modeling character, leadership, and responsible behavior. Maintaining a positive, high-energy, and committed presence. Collaborating effectively with parents, staff, and community members. Defining success as both competitive achievement and personal growth of student-athletes.
Major Areas of Responsibility:
Coordinate training, instruction, and conditioning of athletes alongside assistant coaches. Follow all expectations and policies set forth by St. Francis Area Schools for Head Coaches. Maintain open communication with the Activities Director regarding team questions and concerns. Maintain membership in the MSHCA (Minnesota State High School Coaches Association). Develop and organize effective practice plans that prepare athletes to compete in the conference. Promote good sportsmanship and fair play among players and coaching staff by following the Coaches Code of Ethics and conference Sportsmanship Guidelines. Adhere to MSHSL guidelines regarding season start/end dates and off-season coaching restrictions. Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of athletes during practices, competitions, and transportation. This includes supervision of the locker room when possible. Foster positive relationships with athletes and their families. Manage the timely distribution and collection of athletic equipment and uniforms, ensuring athletes are informed of their responsibilities. Organize a post-season team gathering and notify the athletic administrative assistant of needed certificates. Complete a post-season report with required information as outlined by the Activities Director. Actively recruit student-athletes at the youth, middle school, and high school levels. Complete all required district Vector Training modules for coaches. Participate in MSHSL clipboard modules for coaches. Represent the St. Francis activities program in a positive and professional manner within the school and the wider community. Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
This position is not benefit eligible. The policy of the school district is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.
