Coach

Schaumburg Christian School•Schaumburg, IL

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About The Position

Schaumburg Christian School (SCS) is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Assistant Coach to support the development and growth of its athletic programs. The Assistant Coach helps the Head Coach create an athletic environment that empowers students to become, through Christ, lifelong servants and leaders. The role contributes to athletes’ athletic development, spiritual growth, and overall success while promoting the mission and values of SCS. The Assistant Coach supports coaching, player development, in-season and off-season activities, team culture, communication, and student-athlete safety. The position reports directly to the Head Coach and works collaboratively with the coaching staff and Athletic Director. The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach’s vision, leadership, and direction while contributing to student-athlete development and the overall success of the SCS athletic program.

Requirements

Prior athletic experience.
Must be a confessing and practicing Christian in a church of like faith.
Must be an exemplary Christian role model.
Must uphold SCS’s spiritual and academic mission and philosophy of education.
Willingness to speak or lead chapels.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Visionary leadership and a strong work ethic.
Ability to connect SCS athletic programs to the community at large.
Ability to schedule events.
Ability to assist with or create effective marketing campaigns.
Flexibility and willingness to adapt to schedule changes.
Excellent judgment and discernment.
Good record-keeping skills.
Ability to work with and lead others.

Nice To Haves

Ability to teach in the classroom.
Prior coaching experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach in planning and conducting practices, workouts, and team activities.
Help develop athletes’ skills, knowledge of the game, teamwork, and overall athletic ability.
Support implementation of team strategies, expectations, and goals.
Assist with game preparation and provide coaching support during competitions.
Encourage individual athlete growth while contributing to team success.
Help foster a positive, competitive, and encouraging athletic environment.
Model Christ-like character, integrity, humility, sportsmanship, and servant leadership.
Support the Head Coach in incorporating devotionals, prayer, and biblical principles into team activities.
Build positive relationships with student-athletes and encourage their spiritual, personal, and athletic growth.
Promote the school’s Christian mission through interactions with students, families, officials, and opposing teams.
Attend and assist with scheduled practices and games as assigned by the Head Coach.
Help maintain an organized practice environment that promotes student growth and development.
Assist with pregame preparation, game-day responsibilities, and team supervision.
Help monitor attendance, participation, equipment, and athlete readiness.
Support enforcement of team expectations and policies in the Student and Athletic Handbooks.
Assist with off-season workouts and opportunities for individual and team development.
Support summer leagues, camps, and other athletic activities as assigned.
Assist with opportunities to develop younger athletes and strengthen the Conqueror athletic program.
Help organize team-building activities and community service opportunities.
Maintain positive and professional communication with student-athletes and families, in coordination with the Head Coach.
Work collaboratively with the Head Coach, other coaches, and the Athletic Director.
Communicate concerns regarding student-athlete behavior, performance, safety, or well-being to the Head Coach.
Support a culture of accountability, positivity, teamwork, and mutual respect.
Maintain appropriate supervision of student-athletes during assigned practices, games, and team activities.
Follow school policies, athletic procedures, student safety requirements, and applicable athletic association rules.
Complete required training, background checks, and other school compliance requirements.
Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, professionalism, and a willingness to serve the team and athletic program.
Perform other coaching-related duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Athletic Director, or school administration.