DSST Conservatory Green HS: Boys JV Basketball Head Coach

DSST Public Schools•Denver, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Boys JV Basketball Head Coach is a seasonal, fixed-term, temporary, benefits-ineligible, in-person position at DSST Conservatory Green High School. The coaching season runs from November 1, 2026, to March 1, 2027. The role involves reinforcing school core values, fostering a positive team environment, and designing and implementing training programs. Coaches must also be willing and able to drive activity buses.

Requirements

Demonstrated belief in all students and the mission of DSST
Strong character and belief in the core values of DSST
An ability to work and collaborate across lines of difference
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities at one time
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
Knowledge of the game and passion for sportsmanship
Mission-driven: Desire to change the way the public school system serves students
Track record of leadership: Ability to lead others to achieve great outcomes
Ability to inspire and motivate athletes
Goal-oriented: Set high goals for yourself, team, and players
Organized: Have a systems mindset that helps you keep yourself organized in a professional setting
Growth mindset: Lifelong learner, desire to continually improve
Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey strategies and feedback effectively
Able to communicate with players, families and school staff
Regularly required to talk and hear
Must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds
Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment
Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Nice To Haves

Coaching Experience
Experience working with diverse age groups and skill levels
Knowledge of sports nutrition and injury prevention

Responsibilities

Live and model the school’s core values with colleagues, students, parents, officials, fans, and the larger community
Reinforce the school’s core values, guiding philosophy, rules, and school spirit
Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that encourages teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship
Design and implement comprehensive training programs tailored to the needs and goals of individual athletes and the team
Conduct regular training sessions, focusing on technique, strength, endurance, and skill development
Organize and oversee team practices, competitions, and events, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and safety protocols
Be willing and able to be trained and approved to drive our activity buses