Head Strength and Conditioning (S&C) Coordinator
Fort Worth Country Day (FWCD) is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Head Strength and Conditioning (S&C) Coordinator. The start date is June 1, 2024.
The mission of the FWCD Athletic Department is to cultivate a team-first mentality while fostering a competitive spirit. Our student-athletes learn to win with humility, lose with grace, and compete with honor. The S&C program at FWCD provides an opportunity to develop the body, mind, character, and athleticism of both male and female students. The head S&C Coach will model hard work, leadership, and a growth mindset.
The Head S&C Coach will work closely with Program Directors and PE Department Chair. Successful candidates will embrace the mission and values of the School and be willing to act as a representative of FWCD in the Fort Worth community.
This position offers a tremendous opportunity to help grow a program at a leading independent school in one of our nation’s fastest growing cities. The successful candidate will work closely with the entire Athletics team to deliver a high-quality experience. During the academic day, the successful candidate will be a part of a two-person team to run S&C and Fitness (Physical Education) programming. Outside of the school day, the successful candidate will provide support in the development and management of individual and team performance enhancement programs on behalf of FWCD’s Department of Athletics, for both in-season and off-season athletes. Above all, the successful candidate should love working with adolescent athletes, recognize the power and importance of mentorship, lead by example, and support young people in their overall development.
Based on the qualifications of the candidate and on the Athletic Department’s needs, Assistant Athletic Director responsibilities may be paired with the Head S & C role.
Required Qualifications
- A degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science, or closely related field
- Certified through the NSCA or CSCCa
- Prior experience as a coach at the collegiate and/or high school level
- Ability to communicate effectively with athletes, coaching staff, and parents
- Ability to teach, lead, and motivate student-athletes
- Organizational and self-management skills; ability to handle multiple responsibilities effectively
- Dependable, ready to go above and beyond to reach goals
- Collaborative disposition
- Demonstrates knowledge in strength training and continuous professional growth by keeping informed of modern trends, techniques, and strategies.
- Works in cooperation with athletic trainers in minimizing and rehabilitating injuries as well as the strengthening of injured athletes.
Physical Requirements/Working Environment
- May occasionally work nights or weekends
- Work in a rigorous academic environment dealing with a wide variety of physical and intellectual challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
- Work primarily indoors, but may work intermittently in outside weather conditions including extreme heat and cold
All employees of FWCD must:
- Embody, model and communicate the School’s mission and core values (respect, responsibility, kindness, courage, integrity and scholarship)
- Exhibit generous community spirit, professional flexibility, a sense of humor and a positive attitude
- Collaborate and work well with colleagues, parents and students
- Execute duties in a positive and punctual manner
- Be an enthusiastic lifelong learner driven toward professional self-improvement and personal growth
Equal Opportunity Employer / Statement of Inclusivity:
Fort Worth Country Day is an Equal Opportunity Employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to all employees and applicants for employment. The ideal candidate should possess a thoughtful approach and knowledge of intercultural communication and inclusion of underrepresented groups. Employment decisions at FWCD are based on merit, qualifications, abilities and performance, and are subject to the academic and business requirements of the School.
The FWCD Inclusivity Statement confirms: We believe that understanding and respecting differences not only inspires compassion and empathy, but also fosters intellectual curiosity and creativity. We embrace the diverse cultures, experiences and perspectives that comprise and enhance our learning environment. We commit to sustaining and growing an intentionally inclusive community.
About Fort Worth Country Day and the City of Fort Worth:
Fort Worth Country Day earned the distinction of being ranked one of the Best Companies to Work for in Fort Worth in 2018.
Fort Worth Country Day is a co-ed, junior kindergarten through grade 12 college-preparatory day school with approximately 1,100 students and 250 faculty and staff. The School seeks to promote inclusivity and retain a diverse faculty. The 104-acre campus offers excellent facilities for academics, arts and athletics. Faculty and administration nurture a collegial professional environment in which innovation is encouraged. Opportunities for ongoing professional development are exceptional. Fort Worth Country Day is proud of its school community where students, parents, faculty, staff and administration join together to develop an effective and enjoyable place to teach and learn.
Fort Worth ranks as one of the top 12 largest cities in the United States and is known for its vibrant arts, music and cultural life. The Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan region is home to over 6.5 million people. More information about the School is available at www.fwcd.org.
