High School Football Coach​/Physical Education & Health Teacher

High School Football Coach / Physical Education & Health Teacher

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Location: Helix Aviation Academy – Baton Rouge, LA

Employment Type: Full-Time

School Year: 2025–2026

About Helix Aviation Academy: Helix Aviation Academy is a STEM-focused, public charter school within the Helix Community Schools network, dedicated to empowering students through rigorous academics, real‑world learning, and innovative technology integration.

Position Overview: Helix Aviation Academy is seeking a dynamic, dedicated, and student‑centered individual to serve as our Head Football Coach and Physical Education/Health Teacher. This dual‑role position is ideal for a passionate educator and coach who is committed to fostering athletic excellence, academic achievement, and personal growth in students.

• Lead and manage all aspects of the high school football program.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive training program emphasizing skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and safety.
• Recruit and mentor assistant coaching staff.
• Collaborate with school administration, athletic director, and parents to promote a positive team culture.
• Monitor academic progress and character development of student‑athletes.
• Ensure compliance with school, district, and state athletic regulations.
• Organize practices, conditioning sessions, games, travel arrangements, and off‑season programs.

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards‑based lessons in physical education and health for high school students.
• Promote lifelong fitness, wellness, and healthy lifestyle habits.
• Assess and evaluate student performance and progress.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum and support student success.

• All staff are expected to sponsor one club or enrichment during school hours when scheduled. Additional pay is not provided as this is a part of every teacher’s job role.
• All teachers who teach at Helix Community Schools will be expected to constantly grow in the use of technology to enhance student learning because we are a part of Verizon Innovative Learning Schools and genuinely believe in digital equity for our students.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Health, or a related field.
• Valid LA teaching certification or eligibility for certification in P.E. and Health.
• Coaching experience, preferably in football, with demonstrated leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and the role of athletics in education.
• CPR/First Aid and concussion management certifications (or willingness to obtain).

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Education, Health Sciences, Sports Management, or related field.
• Previous experience as a head coach or coordinator at the high school level.
• Experience in strength and conditioning program design.

• Opportunity to be part of an innovative, mission‑driven school.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Access to ongoing professional development focused on instructional technology and best practices.
• A chance to make a lasting impact on students’ lives and future opportunities.

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