Girls Flag Football Head Coach

About Cristo Rey Network The Cristo Rey Network of 41 high schools delivers a career focused, college preparatory education in the Catholic tradition for students with limited economic resources, uniquely integrating rigorous academic curricula with four years of professional work experience and support to and through college. Cristo Rey partners with educators, businesses and communities to enable students to fulfill their aspirations for a lifetime of success: students are two times more likely to complete a bachelor's degree by age 24, compared to the total U.S. low-income population. Who We Are Cristo Rey Orlando High School is located in Orlando, FL, and is part of the national Cristo Rey Network. The school opened its doors to its inaugural freshmen class in the fall of 2025. Like all Cristo Rey schools, it is a Catholic, college preparatory high school for students of all faiths from families of limited financial means. The school is co-educational and serves students of diverse backgrounds. We help our students grow intellectually, academically, emotionally, spiritually, socially, and morally. Our aspiration is that all our students graduate from high school and college and become the future leaders in our churches, institutions, businesses, nonprofits, and the community at large. Cristo Rey Orlando will prepare students to excel in college, in career, and in character. Our college-prep curriculum, Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP), and faith-based education combine to give students a unique experience and an affordable option for high-quality education. Who You Are You are a mission-driven coach and mentor who is passionate about developing student-athletes both on and off the field of play. You believe athletics are a powerful vehicle for teaching discipline, teamwork, leadership, and character. You enjoy building programs from the ground up and take pride in establishing strong foundations, meaningful traditions, and a positive team culture. You are an effective teacher of fundamentals and life skills, leading with integrity, patience, and consistency. You communicate clearly with students, families, and school partners, and you collaborate closely with the Athletic Director to support the growth and success of the athletics program. You embrace the Catholic mission and values of Cristo Rey Orlando and model sportsmanship, respect, and service in all that you do. This Role Cristo Rey Orlando High School is seeking a mission-driven Girls Flag Football Head Coach who plays a vital role in developing student-athletes as leaders on and off the field. As this is the school’s founding year for athletics, the coach will have the unique opportunity to build and establish the flag football program from its beginning. The coach will focus on skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fostering a culture that reflects the school’s Catholic values and mission. Lead all aspects of the flag football program, including practices, games, and conditioning. Teach fundamentals of flag football, including passing, catching, route running, flag pulling, and offensive and defensive strategy, along with teamwork and leadership in alignment with the mission of Cristo Rey Orlando. Promote good sportsmanship, discipline, and respect among athletes. Ensure the safety and well-being of all student-athletes at practices and games. Collaborate with the Athletic Director to establish program structure, traditions, and goals in this founding year. Coordinate with the Athletic Director regarding scheduling, uniforms, equipment, transportation, and facilities. Communicate consistently with athletes, families, and school staff. Support the growth of athletes and the program as it develops in future seasons. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned by the Athletic Director. Required Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions. The requirements below represent knowledge, skills, and/or ability: Prior coaching and/or competitive playing experience in flag football or football. Demonstrated ability to teach, motivate, and mentor high school athletes. Commitment to the mission, values, and Catholic identity of Cristo Rey Orlando. Ability to work evenings and weekends during the season. Strong communication and organizational skills. Preferred Experience and Skills Previous high school or club coaching experience. Knowledge of FHSAA rules and regulations. CPR/First Aid certification. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. Applicants should be prepared to provide professional references upon request. This position is a seasonal, part-time position. Compensation is provided as a seasonal stipend of $2,500, commensurate with experience. The stipend will be distributed in equal installments according to the organization’s payroll schedule. This position is not eligible for health or other comprehensive benefits; however, employees are eligible to participate in the organization’s 403(b) retirement plan in accordance with plan guidelines. This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job. Equal Opportunity Statement Cristo Rey Orlando High School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, pregnancy, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, uniform service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law in the administration of any of its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment, unless a particular status protected by federal, state, or local laws contradict the deeply held religious convictions of the School or the Church. Please note: Sponsorship for employment authorization is not available for this role. This employer participates in E-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr