Description
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.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates may apply by submitting a resume and a brief cover letter via our SFHS School Website (https://www.sfhs.net/about/employment-opportunities) or directly at SFHS Employment Application (https://near.tl/sm/PKRhOw4iVp).
Required:
- Cover letter expressing interest in the Program Head position
- Resume
- Transcripts
Requirements
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).
Information/Application Contact
St. Francis High School of La Canada (La Canada)
200 Foothill Blvd
La Canada, CA 91011
HR@sfhs.net