Varsity Football Head Coach

Position Overview

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for developing student-athletes, and a proven ability to build and sustain a football program through recruitment, retention, community engagement, player development, and organizational excellence. This individual will be responsible for providing leadership for the entire football program (Grades 7-12), while developing student-athletes spiritually, academically, athletically, and personally. The Head Coach must be committed to building a sustainable and competitive program that reflects the mission and values of Traders Point Christian Schools.

Qualifications

• Previous football coaching experience at the high school level or higher preferred.
• Previous playing experience is strongly desired.
• Demonstrated ability to build, grow, and sustain an athletic program.
• Strong understanding of IHSAA rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Proven leadership, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to recruit, retain, and develop student-athletes.
• Strong knowledge of football techniques, schemes, fundamentals, and player development.
• Ability to mentor and disciple student-athletes in a Christ-centered environment.
• Experience coordinating fundraising efforts and community partnerships.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with administration, coaches, parents, alumni, and community stakeholders.
• Strong social media and program marketing awareness.
• Commitment to creating a positive culture emphasizing accountability, discipline, sportsmanship, and servant leadership.
• Must pass all required background checks and comply with school and IHSAA coaching requirements.

Responsibilities

• Program Leadership:
• Serve as the leader and primary representative of the football program.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive football program for grades 7-12.
• Have involvement and commitment to helping grow and develop our TPYFL with our staff team.
• Work with the Athletic Director in selecting, organizing, mentoring, and evaluating assistant coaches.
• Develop annual goals and strategic plans for program growth and sustainability.
• Join the coaching staff with the Lions Football Club.
• Work closely with our MS/JH TPCS Football coach in growing and retaining numbers in the HS team each year.
• Develop and annually evaluate assistant coaches and submit evaluations to the Athletic Director.
• Spiritual & Character Development:
• Foster a Christ-centered culture throughout the football program.
• Encourage the spiritual growth of student-athletes and coaches.
• Model Christian leadership, integrity, and sportsmanship.
• Teach leadership, accountability, discipline, teamwork, and respect.
• Serve as a positive role model both on and off the field.
• Recruitment & Retention:
• The Head Coach will be expected to take an active leadership role in recruiting and retaining student-athletes.
• Responsibilities Include:
• Conducting player interest meetings and recruiting events.
• Developing relationships with prospective students and families.
• Creating and maintaining a recruiting database of prospective athletes.
• Building and maintaining relationships with middle school athletes and families.
• Establishing a strong 8th-grade to high school football pipeline.
• Personally contacting returning and prospective players throughout the year.
• Collaborating with admissions and school leadership to support enrollment initiatives.
• Implementing creative strategies to increase roster participation and long-term retention.
• Parent & Community Engagement:
• Lead all football-related communication with families.
• Conduct preseason and offseason parent meetings.
• Clearly communicate program expectations, schedules, team culture, and program vision.
• Provide regular updates to players, parents, and school leadership.
• Build strong relationships with alumni, donors, and community members.
• Represent Traders Point Christian Schools positively within the community.
• Organize community outreach opportunities and service initiatives.
• Youth Program Development:
• Develop and support youth football initiatives that create future interest in the football program.
• Organize youth camps, clinics, and football development opportunities.
• Explore opportunities for elementary and middle school football participation, including youth flag football initiatives.
• Engage current players as mentors and ambassadors within youth programming.
• Offseason Program Development:
• Create and oversee a year-round football development plan.
• Collaborate with the Strength & Conditioning Coordinator to establish offseason training programs.
• Develop position-specific skill development opportunities.
• Organize offseason team-building events.
• Promote accountability and participation in offseason activities.
• Establish measurable participation goals and attendance expectations for committed athletes.
• Game & Practice Management:
• Plan and conduct all practices, workouts, game preparation, and contests.
• Teach football fundamentals, strategies, and techniques.
• Ensure player safety and proper supervision at all team activities.
• Maintain discipline and accountability standards.
• Supervise athletes before, during, and after practices, games, and team travel.
• Carry emergency medical information at all official team functions.
• Ensure all participants adhere to school, athletic department, and IHSAA expectations.
• Fundraising & Program Advancement:
• Develop and execute a football fundraising plan annually.
• Build relationships with local businesses and community partners.
• Coordinate fundraising activities that support program needs.
• Aid in identifying sponsorship opportunities and community partnerships.
• Promote the football program through marketing and social media efforts.
• Administrative Responsibilities:
• Submit preseason practice schedules and program calendars in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate team rosters and communicate roster updates.
• Report contest results to the Athletic Department within 24 hours.
• Attend required coaches' meetings, organizational meetings, and rules clinics.
• Complete annual concussion training and all required certifications.
• Maintain equipment inventories and oversee uniform distribution and collection.
• Ensure facilities are secured following practices and contests.
• Report accidents, injuries, and incidents according to school procedures.
• Cookordinate year-end program evaluations, awards, banquet planning, and future program needs assessments.

Accountability & Performance Expectations

• The Varsity Football Head Coach will be expected to demonstrate:
• Consistent leadership and initiative.
• Strong campus presence and visibility.
• Ownership of the football program communication.
• Weekly progress updates to the Athletic Director.
• Timely execution of assigned priorities and goals.
• Consistent follow-through on recruiting, retention, and program development efforts.
• Active collaboration with administration and school leadership.

Success Will Be Measured Through

• Growth and retention of roster numbers.
• Development of a sustainable football pipeline.
• Student-athlete growth spiritually, academically, and athletically.
• Parent engagement and communication.
• Program culture and community involvement.
• Competitive improvement and overall program health.

Position Details

This is a 1099 (contractor), part-time, stipend position.