Coach - Basketball: Middle School

POSITION SUMMARY

The Athletic Coach supports Denver Christian School’s 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.
   

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Clear profession of faith in Jesus Christ and a discipling approach to coaching and athletics.
   
• Alignment with Denver Christian School’s 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.

Salary : $1,807 - $2,078