About the role
Description Job summary:
St. Dominic Savio Catholic High School is seeking a part-time Softball Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a part-time, stipend position at this time. Interested candidates should submit an application and resume. The Softball Coach fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by assisting in administering the program in a particular sport which adequately prepares the student athlete for interscholastic competition. The Softball Coach is recommended to the principal by the athletic director, hired by the principal, and evaluated in consultation with the athletic director.
Ministerial Character
Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling the 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. Positions employed in the School help extend the ministry of the School leaders in particular ways as outlined in the job description. The employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the School leaders in the performance of their ministry and, therefore, engages in the ministry of the church.
Essential Duties
Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Support and adhere to the Standards of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school
Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
Models professional conduct and sportsmanship while instilling these characteristics within team members
Schedules practices and games in consultation with the athletic director
Monitors 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
Teaches essential safety skills and strategies to student athletes; monitors safety compliance
Follows school and diocesan policies regarding safety guidelines
Communicates with athletic director regarding need for early dismissals, field, and gym use
Ensures that emergency contact information is available at practices and games
Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Able to instruct athletes about proper strategy, skills, and rules of the game
Able to motivate 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
Expertise, knowledge, and competency in fundamentals of the sport
Skill in motivating and engaging student athletes
Required to lift or carry athletic equipment and supplies
Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of anger
Requirements
Minimum qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High School or equivalent
Valid Texas Driver’s license
Current CPR certification and First Aid training
Must possess a valid Texas driver's license
Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period
Experience:
Previous coaching experience preferred
Working Conditions
• Required to work some nights and weekends.
• Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress.
• Required to work in standard gym, field, school conditions.
Employee Certification
All employees must adhere to the Catholic Schools Standards of Conduct, the Diocese of Austin EIM policies, and the social, ethical, and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church as interpreted by the Bishop of Austin. Texas is an “at-will” employment state. Letters of employment are not contracts, nor do they bind the employer or the employee to a predetermined time or guarantee of employment.