Head Varsity Football Coach

Description

At The Mount Vernon School, students are empowered to discover, explore, learn, design, create, and effect change. With a commitment to Identity, Diversity, Equity, and Action (IDEA), we welcome the opportunity to engage in honest, vulnerable, and courageous conversations that challenge our biases and assumptions. Our goal is to design a better world, so we choose to equip students with the knowledge, skills, attributes, and relationships they need to be impact-ready. 

The Athletic Team

Relationships are foundational for our athletic teams just as they are in the classroom at Mount Vernon. By prioritizing the connections built between coaches and our student-athletes, we create an environment of support, encouragement, and accountability that allows our students to achieve their athletic goals beyond what they ever imagined for themselves. More than 80% of our Upper and Middle School students participate in athletics. Participating in sports plays a positive role in supporting youth development, leading to improved academic achievement and stronger social and emotional well-being. The Athletic Team works collaboratively to deliver a high quality experience for students and parents that lives into their core value, "We Over Me".

Role 

This position has the opportunity to instill a sense of purpose and a drive for excellence through the relationships formed on and off the field. As we continue to invest in our athletic programs and capacity, we are seeking a Head Varsity Football Coach who will continue to cultivate a strong community and team. Strong candidates will have head coaching experience and/or experience in an independent school setting. Based on the experience of the candidate and needs of the school, the Head Varsity Football Coach will also serve in a full-time Faculty or Administrative role.

• Serve as program director for football Grades 5-12
• Serve as a full-time Faculty or Administrator in the Middle or Upper School
• Oversee the development of coaching staff at the Middle School, JV, and Varsity levels
• Monitor & support the academic progress of student-athletes
• Communicate & build relationships with parents, players, faculty, & staff
• Actively participate in professional growth opportunities
• Participate in weekly school/division/team meetings

• Relationship-driven leader who can build high quality relationships of trust
• Coach and mentor who is focused on character development
• Responsive and inspiring communicator
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Mac/Apple OS, and messaging software (Slack)

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Head Coaching experience and/or background in an Independent School setting

Start Date

July 1, 2024

The faculty and staff of The Mount Vernon School believe the fair and equitable treatment of employees is critical to fulfilling its mission and purpose. It is the policy of The Mount Vernon School to conduct business and provide equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.