Dive Coach

Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools Notre Dame Preparatory High School - Scottsdale, Arizona Open in Google Maps Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools Notre Dame Preparatory High School - Scottsdale, Arizona Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools Job Details Job ID: 5885772 Application Deadline: Jan 01, 2027 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time) Posted: Aug 07, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Under the supervision of the principal and the athletic director, the assistant coach helps to coordinate and administrate the sport for which she/he is responsible within the guidelines, rules and regulations of the National Federation of High Schools, the Arizona Interscholastic Association, the Diocese of Phoenix, the school, the athletic department, and the specific sport. This is all done within the policies and procedures of the athletic department and the specific Conference in which the school participates. The coach contributes to fostering the Catholic School culture by serving as a witness to students and to the community. By bearing witness to Christ, His Church and the teachings of our Catholic faith, the coach cooperates with Christ in the academic, spiritual, and social education of our high school students. Obtains necessary certificates; participates in continual professional development; maintains detailed and accurate records as required by the school. Serves as a mentor and campus minister to all students. This position requires the ability to effectively communicate via phone and email; ensure that all duties are completed accurately and delivered with high quality and in a timely manner; flexibility, forward thinking and managing deadlines; willingness to seek the latest coaching practices and implement; and rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and a wide degree of creativity and latitude are expected.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Instructs athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and training necessary to achieve individual and team success while promoting the Pursuing Victory with Honor Program as well as maintaining discipline, handling grievances, and working to increase morale and cooperation. Assists in the overall functioning of the specific sports’ program. Assists the Head Coach in assuring that the venue for her/his sport is safe and all equipment is within regulation, safe, properly maintained and inventoried. Assists in the coordination of the supervision of student-athletes in her/his sport’s program in all areas of play, locker rooms, and any other venue used by the sport. Maintains appropriate and open communication with faculty, staff, and parents regarding the sport for which she/he is responsible; helps advise student-athletes concerning academics in conjunction with appropriate faculty and staff; assists in the process for college recruiting and scholarship applications in conjunction with the athletic director and guidance staff. Performs other job-related tasks deemed necessary or as requested by the principal or the athletic director.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Must demonstrate personal self-discipline, be adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situations. Must use good judgment in daily encounters. Must use verbal and written language correctly. Must demonstrate an appropriate sense of humor. Must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of good teaching techniques and child psychology. Must maintain appropriate grooming and dress as stated in the faculty handbook. Requires the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines. Must be in good physical condition. Must have initiative, creativity, problem solving skills, good judgment in handling different personalities and emerging situations, Must have the ability to actively listen in assessing individual students, teacher, and program needs, Must be proficient in good communication skills with both children and adults, Must maintain a positive attitude in normal and crisis situations, Must have the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to delegate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to stand for periods of time outside in the heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The position will require some evening and weekend hours. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

EVALUATION

The performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the procedures developed by the Diocese of Phoenix and Notre Dame Preparatory under the direction of the Principal and Athletic Director.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a stipend position based on the season of the sport coached. The Leadership Team under the guidance of the Diocese of Phoenix establishes base salaries and stipends. A schedule of mandatory days and extra responsibilities is provided prior to the start of a new school year.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

Preference given to Catholic teacher Is certified by the Arizona State Department of Education or AIA as a coach and meets applicable NCA requirements. Must meet Diocese of Phoenix requirements for employment Received Safe Environment Training and signed the Code of Conduct FBI Fingerprint clearance completed Having a current Arizona State driver’s license is desirable. Position Type: Part-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education