Varsity Football Coach

Head Varsity Football Coach – Central Catholic High School

Central Catholic High School is seeking a Head Varsity Football Coach for the fall season. The Head Varsity Football Coach is responsible for leading the football program, overseeing all aspects of coaching, team culture, player development and performance, and program sustainability.

• Football playing and/or coaching experience at the high school level or higher is required.
• Knowledge of football fundamentals, tactics, and current training methods.
• Ability to teach, mentor and develop high school student‑athletes.
• Completion of all required coaching certifications of the MIAA and CCHS.
• Availability to work irregular hours/non‑traditional schedule. Practices and games are typically late afternoon and evening with occasional weekend events.
• Display flexibility, reliability, self‑discipline, and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Pass all state background check requirements and maintain a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit school employment.

• Manage the development, execution, and advancement of the CCHS football program activities, including scheduling contests, practices, evaluating players, and roster management.
• Demonstrate a complete understanding of current Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association and Merrimack Valley Conference Constitution, Bylaws, and Sports Regulations.
• Embark on high ethical standards/integrity and professionalism, maintain confidentiality, and accept personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Exhibit effective time management and resourceful problem‑solving skills.
• Provide direction, support, and accountability to help students benefit from program participation.
• Maintain open and effective communication with student‑athletes, families and school administration.
• Take precautions to ensure safety and initiate actions to manage or eliminate risks.
• Support student‑athletes who wish to continue their athletic career at the next level and communicate with college coaches.
• Perform other specific job‑related duties as directed.

Compensation at $9,950, which may increase based on experience while aligning with the CCHS Coaches Stipend scale.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references by Sunday, February 15, 2026 to the Director of Athletics & Activities.

Central Catholic High School makes Jesus known and loved. We educate the whole person for college and for life, with particular care for the least favored and those in need. In its employment practices, Central Catholic High School will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, marital status, mental or physical handicap unrelated to the ability to perform duties of the position.

This policy shall be interpreted in a manner which is consistent with the religious mission of Central Catholic High School and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.