Strength & Conditioning Coach

Details

 

Posted: 15-Feb-23

 

Location: Southborough , Massachusetts

 

Type: Full Time

 

Categories

 

Athletics/PE

 

Preferred Education

 

4 Year Degree

 

St. Mark’s School is seeking a full-time strength and conditioning coach. Under the supervision of the Director of Athletics and Head Athletic Trainer, the strength and conditioning coach will implement a safe, effective, and comprehensive program to improve athletic performance, reduce athletic injuries, work on injury prevention, and teach a commitment to lifelong health and fitness. This individual is responsible for overseeing the supervision and safety of the School’s two fitness spaces, including establishing plans and procedures for the operation of both spaces. The strength and conditioning coach is a valuable member of the School’s athletic department.

 

Qualifications

 

• Applicants must be certified in strength and conditioning (CSCS, NSCA, or USA weightlifting) and have 3-5 years of experience.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or related field.
• Experience working in an educational environment is preferred.

 

Specific Duties

 

• Oversee the supervision and safety of the Coolidge Center and Wiedergott Fitness Room.
• Communicate with head coaches to design an age and sport-appropriate program for their athletes.
• Implement strength and conditioning programs for all teams, including Varsity, JV, and 3rds teams.
• Inform the Athletic Director of any maintenance and service needed for equipment.
• Lead a strength and conditioning class four afternoons per week in the fall, winter, and spring seasons.
• Collaborate with the athletic trainers to create specific strength and conditioning plans based on the recommendations of the athletic trainers and students’ rehabilitation program.
• Provide training and support to student-athletes, coaches, and all users in proper techniques and dynamic movement.
• Oversee and manage open workout hours and a daily team workout schedule in partnership with the Athletic Department.

 

Departmental Expectations

 

• Willingness to support the mission and work of School and Athletic Department.
• Ability to work in a collegial manner; personable, friendly, and supportive.
• Ability to work effectively and respectfully with various constituencies – students, coaches, faculty, parents, and visitors.
• Flexibility to work evenings and Saturdays.
• Demonstrate support for St. Mark’s commitment to becoming an anti-racist school.
• Ensure that the workout spaces are safe, profanity-free, inclusive zones and embrace our commitment to being an anti-racist institution.
• Other duties as assigned in support of the Athletic Department.

 

To apply for this position please submit your cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for three references.

 

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About St. Mark’s School

 

St. Mark’s, founded in 1865, is a coeducational college-preparatory school, educating students in grades nine through twelve, 80% of whom board. Nested upon 200 acres in the picturesque suburb of Southborough, Massachusetts, the school is only 25 miles from the abundant cultural and social opportunities in Boston. The school’s outstanding faculty — 70 in number — leads 360 students through a rigorous curriculum and a full program of athletic, artistic and spiritual activities, fostering a close and supportive community. With classes meeting six days a week, Monday through Saturday, St. Mark’s engages and motivates talented students of diverse backgrounds from around the country and around the world (20% of student body is international), emphasizing excellence, values, character and service to the larger community. Class size averages 12 students, with a student–faculty ratio of five to one. Dr. John Warren, a graduate of the Class of 1974, was appointed in July 2006 as the fifteenth Head of School for St. Mark’s School. St. Mark’s School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, … national origin, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or genetics, and any other characteristic or status protected by law.