Assistant Coach - Track & Field, Pole Vault

Valor Christian High School•Highlands Ranch, CO

10d•$0 - $2,250

About The Position

The Assistant Coach for Track & Field, Pole Vault supports Valor Christian High School’s athletic program by helping prepare student-athletes to become leaders, develop their faith in Jesus Christ and Christian character, build strong work habits, and prioritize academics. The role calls for a committed Christian who supports Valor’s vision, mission, beliefs, and culture, and who integrates faith into daily work through servant leadership and relationships with students and colleagues. Under the Head Coach’s team plan, the Assistant Coach supports and helps execute the program, partners in planning and running daily practices, reviews film and analyzes competition, and assists with scouting and game-plan implementation. The coach also supports athletes and families, including in the college recruiting process, and collaborates with the school’s athletics, sports science, and coaching communities. This is a seasonal, stipend position, not eligible for benefits, with a stated pay range of $0–$750 per month for March, April, and May. The start date is December 1, 2026.

Requirements

Coaching experience in the particular sport.
Experience mentoring student-athletes.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters of school business.
Ability to relate to high school athletes.
Ability to communicate effectively with parents and other coaches.
Commitment to Valor’s Statement of Beliefs and values; employees are expected to be active in a local Christian church whose beliefs align with the school’s Statement of Beliefs.
Ability periodically to lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Vision abilities including close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral and depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; reasonable accommodations may be made.

Responsibilities

Pursue full devotion to Christ and model a life reflecting that commitment, including the fruits of the spirit, teachability, service, and servant leadership.
Uphold Valor’s values and beliefs, policies, culture, and Annual Statement of Commitment, and integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work.
Build service-oriented relationships with students and provide strategic, effective, inspiring support for the team and program.
Develop and execute a Spiritual and Character Development Plan and help athletes develop their God-given abilities in life and sport.
Serve as a positive Christian role model for student-athletes.
Support the Head Coach’s team plan and be responsible for its execution.
Partner in developing and implementing daily practices.
Provide film breakdown and game analysis.
Assist with scouting upcoming opponents and implementing game plans.
Partner with parents and support athletes’ physical development through Valor’s Sports Science Department.
Assist athletes and families with college recruiting in coordination with the Assistant AD, College Recruiting.
Know and follow CHSAA rules and regulations in coordination with the Director of CHSAA Compliance.
Attend Valor Coaches Association events and participate as a contributing member.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, demonstrate loyalty to teammates, support school-wide initiatives, and contribute to teamwork, relational unity, and spiritual growth.
Share collaborative responsibility for Operating Plan Goals and fiscal stewardship, and help maintain Valor’s culture.
Participate in Valor team meetings, Chapel, and weekly meetings with the team or supervisor; receive feedback and pursue professional, personal, and spiritual growth.
Contribute time, talent, and treasure to Valor’s broader ministry beyond assigned role responsibilities.
Help achieve Valor Athletics’ outcomes, including exceptional student-athlete experiences, growth in faith, adult mentoring or discipleship connections, competitive excellence, and sports that attract students.