Assistant Coach - Cross Country

Valor Christian High School • Highlands Ranch, CO

1d • $0 - $2,250 • Hybrid

About The Position

An Assistant Coach of a Valor Christian Athletic team will prepare tomorrow’s leaders to transform the world for Christ within the platform of the sport. As a committed follower of Jesus Christ, the Coach will provide excellent support of the program including intentional development of the athletes’ faith in Jesus Christ and excellence in Christian Character, while instilling great work habits, and teaching, stressing and monitoring the primacy of Academics. Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school’s Statement of Beliefs. They are both called and committed to the school’s vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work. You will be most successful if you have a true servant’s heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school’s beliefs and values.

Requirements

• Coaching experience in the particular sport
• Experience in mentoring student-athletes
• Must be trusted to maintain confidentiality in all matters of school business
• Must be able to relate with high school athletes
• Ability to effectively communicate with parents and other coaches

Nice To Haves

• Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ
• Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service
• Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
• Accept and uphold Valor’s values and beliefs as found in the Statement of Beliefs, Christian Community Policy, and Valor Culture Document
• Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor’s Annual Statement of Commitment
• Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission
• Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work
• Uphold and embody Valor’s culture as set forth in the Valor Culture Document
• Model servant leadership, grace and love in all relationships and interactions
• Provide team support regarding all matters, processes and initiatives
• Develop and execute Spiritual and Character Development Plan
• Facilitate the athletes’ development of their God-given abilities to the fullest in both life and in sport
• Be a positive Christian role model for all the student-athletes at the school.
• Support the Team Plan set by the Head Coach and be responsible for its execution
• Partner in the development and implementation of daily practices
• Provide film breakdown and game analysis
• Assist with scouting of upcoming opponents and the implementation of game plan(s)
• Be committed to partnering with parents
• Support athletes in being their best physically through the Valor Sports Science Department
• Assist athletes and families in the College Recruiting process with the Assistant AD, College Recruiting
• Know and understand CHSAA rules and regulations with Director of CHSAA Compliance
• Be a contributing member of the Valor Coaches Association by attending VCA events
• Model servant leadership, grace and love in all relationships and interactions
• Develop relationships with colleagues with goals of teamwork, relational unity and spiritual growth
• Provide team support regarding all matters, processes and initiatives
• Demonstrate loyalty to teammates in action and word
• Assist team members to facilitate school-wide wins
• Assume collaborative responsibility for Operating Plan Goals and Fiscal stewardship
• Be a ‘culture- keeper’
• Participate in Valor Team meetings, Chapel and weekly meetings with Team/Supervisor
• Demonstrate teachability and receptivity to feedback
• Pursue professional/personal/spiritual growth and development
• Participate in the broader ministry of Valor by contributing of time, talent and treasure beyond assigned role responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ
• Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor Christian High School
• Provide Strategic, Effective, Inspiring Team Support
• Provide Intentional Development of Athletes’ Faith and Christian Character
• Demonstrate Excellent “Follow”-ship and Leadership in their Sport and the Athletic Department
• Partner Exceptionally with Community of Support Available in Valor Athletics
• Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate
• Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor’s Vision and Mission
• Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed