Head Strength and Athletic Performance Teacher/Coach

The Strength and Athletic Performance Teacher/Coach is responsible for establishing and maintaining a strength and conditioning program for all sports, with the three major goals of improving athletic performance, reducing athletic injuries, and teaching lifelong fitness and movement skills. The Strength and Athletic Performance Teacher/Coach devises training plans according to sound scientific principles,  supervises training sessions, evaluates athletes, maintains student/athlete records, and teaches strength and conditioning (weightlifting) classes as needed. The  Strength and  Athletic Performance Teacher/Coach meets regularly with sport coaches to determine what the athletes need to work on. If working with an injured athlete engaged in rehabilitation, the Strength and Athletic Performance Teacher/Coach will consult with the sports medicine or athletic training staff. The  Strength and Athletic Performance  Teacher/Coach is responsible for maintaining the strength and conditioning facility and for establishing policies, plans, and procedures for the safe and professional operation of the facility.   

The  Strength and  Athletic Performance Teacher/Coach is a part of the secondary faculty as well as the Athletic Department. They will report to the secondary principal for academics and the Senior Director of Athletics for athletic-related duties.

All faculty members are expected to contribute to chapel and other spiritual development activities and other duties as assigned. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

1. Facilitate a collaborative relationship, in a Christ-focused manner,  among sport coaches, sports medicine, and the strength and conditioning staff.  

2. Design and instruct curricular strength and conditioning classes as needed.

3. Design and implement strength training and conditioning programs in-season, off-season, and pre-season for all school-sanctioned male and female athletic programs in a manner that reflects research-driven practices.

4. Supervise and collaborate with fellow Strength and Athletic Performance staff

5. Work in cooperation with the sports medicine or athletic training staff in the rehabilitation and strengthening of injured athletes. 

6. Design and implement policies and procedures for the strength and conditioning program in accordance with the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and/or National Strength and Conditioning Association (NCSA). 

7. Develop systems for tracking athlete attendance and athlete progress in conjunction with the sport coaches.     

8. Conduct an annual needs analysis for each sport team in conjunction with the sport coach and the team’s athletic trainer at the conclusion of each sport season.     

9. Annually conduct and review a departmental risk management plan.    

10. Develop an annual budgetary proposal for the program that includes routine maintenance,  purchase of new equipment, and staffing needs.  

11. Determine and reinforce expectations for athlete conduct that mirror the school’s expectations and reflect Christ for curricular and extra-curricular activities, as stated in the school’s Student Code of Conduct.  

12. Abide by the MDCA Faith Statement & Community Covenant, seeking to be a Christ-like mentor, teacher, & coach for our students and community.

13. Oversee and develop the design and layout of the new weight room, ensuring functionality, efficiency, and alignment with athletic performance goals. 

14. Other duties as assigned.    

Qualifications : 

1. Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology or related field.  

2. A current relevant professional certification credentialed by an independent accreditation agency— for example, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or the NSCA certification.  

3. Current standard first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillation (AED) certifications. 

4. A strong working knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and techniques of strength training.   

6. Strong motivational abilities.   

7. Evidence of ability to interact positively with student athletes, colleagues, and the public.   

8. Evidence of strong organizational skills and effective oral and written communication skills.   

Physical Requirements: 

Ability to demonstrate the appropriate skills and techniques to be used by the athletes. Ability to visually monitor athletes. 

Background Requirements: 

• Background Check conducted through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse 
• https://info.flclearinghouse.com This link provides access to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness Website, as mandated by House Bill 531 (2025) and effective January 1, 2026.

Preference will be given to applicants who are members of a congregation of the churches of Christ. All applicants must be members of a local church and able to sign and abide by the MDCA Statement of Faith to be considered.

Equal access to employment opportunities is available to all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and/or local law.