Job Summary

The Program Head for the St. Francis Football Team provides strategic leadership, vision, and oversight for the entire football program (Varsity, JV, and Freshman). The coach embodies the school’s mission to develop faithful men, loving brothers, virtuous leaders, and dedicated learners through a football program that emphasizes discipline, brotherhood, and spiritual growth. Reporting directly to the Athletic Director, the Program Head ensures alignment with school values while fostering excellence in athletic performance, player safety, and character formation.

In addition to coaching duties, this position includes teaching a minimum of two academic classes as a Faculty Teacher (preferably Physical Education, but subject assignments may vary). The Program Head serves as a role model of Christian leadership, sportsmanship, and personal integrity, guiding student-athletes toward excellence on and off the field.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all aspects of the football program (Varsity, JV, Freshman).
• Recruit, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches and program staff.
• Develop practice plans emphasizing fundamentals, conditioning, and game preparation.
• Oversee game-day operations at Jim Bonds Stadium and Friedman Field.
• Ensure athlete eligibility and academic support in collaboration with counseling staff.
• Coordinate strength and conditioning schedules and safety protocols with trainers.
• Establish clear standards of conduct, discipline, and sportsmanship.
• Promote team unity and spiritual formation through prayer and reflection.
• Manage program budget, equipment, and inventory with the Athletic Director.
• Engage with families, alumni, and booster clubs to support the program’s growth.
• Represent St. Francis High School positively at CIF meetings, clinics, and community events.
• Plans, teaches, supervises, and evaluates classroom instruction while ensuring student safety and mission alignment.

Requirements / Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of varsity-level football coaching experience (head coach or coordinator preferred).
• Demonstrated success in program management and athlete development.
• Knowledge of CIF Southern Section regulations and California high-school football compliance requirements.
• Experience in Catholic or faith-based education preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications (required).
• Live Scan clearance and Virtus certification (within 90 days of hire).
• Minimum 3–5 years of teaching experience at the high school level (preferred).

About St. Francis High School of La Canada

Founded in 1946 by the Capuchin Franciscan Order, St. Francis High School is a Catholic, college preparatory school for young men in grades 9-12 and is fully accredited by WASC and WCEA. St. Francis High School of La Canada-Flintridge, a non-profit religious corporation is operated by the Board of Directors under the sponsorship of the Capuchin Franciscan Order of the Western America Province. St. Francis High School is committed to enriching the mind and heart through a challenging academic curriculum, dedicated Franciscan Spirit and Life program, and wide variety of opportunities through arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities.

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