About this role
POSITION SUMMARY
The Athletic Coach supports Denver Christian Schools mission by leading student-athletes in a Christ-centered athletic program that promotes spiritual growth, character development, teamwork, and athletic excellence. This role is responsible for coaching, mentoring, and discipling student-athletes while managing team operations and representing Denver Christian School with integrity and professionalism. Coaches play a key role in shaping student experiences by modeling faith, sportsmanship, and a commitment to To God Be the Glory in all aspects of competition.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Spiritual Leadership & Student Development
- Models a clear and consistent Christian faith and integrates biblical principles into coaching, competition, and team culture.
- Disciples student-athletes through teaching, mentorship, and daily interactions grounded in a biblical worldview.
- Encourages physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual growth of student-athletes, recognizing each as a unique creation of God.
- Teaches athletes to demonstrate sportsmanship, integrity, respect, and perseverance in both victory and adversity.
Coaching & Athletic Excellence
- Plans and leads effective practices that develop skill, teamwork, discipline, and competitive readiness.
- Demonstrates strong knowledge of the sport and applies best practices in coaching, training, and player development.
- Prepares teams to compete with excellence while rejecting a win at all costs mindset.
- Attends and supervises all scheduled practices, games, competitions, and team events.
Team Operations & Logistics
- Coordinates team calendars, schedules, competitions, and required registrations.
- Assists with uniform, warm-up, camp, and practice apparel coordination.
- Supports competition logistics, including releases, schedules, and event details.
- Collaborates with the Athletic Director and Head Coach on program needs and season planning.
Communication & Engagement
- Drafts weekly team communications for Head Coach distribution, including schedules, updates, and reminders.
- Partners with families, students, and school staff to ensure clear and consistent communication.
- Manages or supports team social media content in alignment with school guidelines and branding.
Community & Culture Building
- Coordinates team-building and team-bonding activities, including themed practices and special traditions (e.g., Bigs/Littles).
- Organizes school spirit initiatives such as decorations, banners, and game-day elements.
- Identifies and coordinates opportunities for teams to serve, support, or represent the school at events and in the community.
- Recruits, coordinates, and supports volunteers as needed for team activities and events.
MISSION VALUES & ALIGNMENT
All employees are expected to support Denver Christian Schools Christian mission and model professionalism consistent with community standards. Participation in school events, devotionals, and staff culture-building practices is expected.
Denver Christian is committed to cultivating a world-class staff culture grounded in our call to love God and love our neighbors (Mark 12:30–31). All employees are expected to model our core values in their daily work and interactions:
- Solution-Oriented – Approaches challenges constructively and contributes meaningfully using God-given gifts.
- Relationally-Focused – Invests in relationships that strengthen students, colleagues, and the broader school community.
- Creatively-Inspired – Seeks wisdom, innovation, and continual improvement.
- Effort-Enthused – Honors God through diligent, wholehearted, and enthusiastic work.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Clear profession of faith in Jesus Christ and a discipling approach to coaching and athletics.
- Alignment with Denver Christian Schools athletic philosophy and mission.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the sport through playing and/or coaching experience.
- Ability to model Christ-like character, professionalism, and leadership to students and families.
- Ability to meet all employment requirements outlined in the Denver Christian School Employee Handbook.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior coaching experience; varsity-level coaching experience preferred for varsity positions.
- Experience mentoring or discipling students in a faith-based educational or athletic setting.
CORE COMPETENCIES / SKILLS
- Strong leadership and mentorship skills
- Clear, professional communication with students, families, and colleagues
- Organizational skills and attention to operational details
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
- Growth mindset and commitment to continuous improvement
- Emotional maturity and consistency under pressure
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods during practices and competitions.
- Ability to demonstrate athletic skills and drills as required by the sport.
- Ability to lift and carry equipment as needed.