Coach

Fellowship of Christian Athletes•Brighton, CO

13d

About The Position

The FCA Coach serves as both a sports leader and spiritual mentor, coaching athletes in their sport while engaging, equipping, and empowering them to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ and His church. The Coach embodies FCA’s vision and core values—Integrity, Serving, Teamwork, and Excellence—by developing athletes on the field, investing in their character off the field, and fostering a Christ-centered team culture. The role combines coaching and player development with spiritual leadership, ministry advancement, volunteer development, communication, and team administration. The Coach is expected to carry out the position’s responsibilities in a manner aligned with FCA’s Christian beliefs and mission.

Requirements

Demonstrated coaching experience with success in player and team development.
Strong knowledge of sport fundamentals, rules, and strategies.
Commitment to FCA’s Statement of Faith, Mission, and Core Values.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, including the ability to mentor athletes and assistant coaches.
Must pass a background check and comply with FCA child safety protocols.
Maintain qualifications and certifications required by the governing body for the assigned league or program.

Nice To Haves

Personal and professional growth through FCA and coaching education.
A Christ-centered, servant-leader approach that models humility, integrity, and accountability.
Ability to foster unity and purpose through biblical community.

Responsibilities

Agree with and abide by FCA’s Christian Community Statement.
Maintain a spiritual rhythm that includes daily prayer and Bible study.
Provide spiritual leadership to staff, volunteers, coaches, and athletes through prayer, Bible study, worship, and personal example.
Connect with and participate in a local church through worship and weekly involvement.
Conduct oneself in a manner that affirms biblical standards of conduct in accordance with FCA’s Christian beliefs.
Use sports to disciple athletes and support their growth as competitors and followers of Christ.
Lead or facilitate team Huddles, one-on-one mentoring, and FCA ministry events.
Integrate opportunities for spiritual and character development into practices, games, and meetings alongside athletic training.
Recruit, train, and develop volunteers in alignment with the goal of growing the ministry in the Club.
Mentor and equip assistant coaches, volunteers, and athletes to become leaders who disciple others.
Develop athletes’ leadership, teamwork, and perseverance as well as their sport skills.
Participate in coaching education and ongoing personal and professional development within the FCA Club community.
Plan and conduct age-appropriate training sessions focused on technical, tactical, and spiritual growth.
Coach the team during games, making decisions that reflect FCA’s core values and mission.
Provide all athletes with equal respect, encouragement, and fair treatment.
Communicate consistently with athletes, parents, and FCA leadership about schedules, expectations, and team updates.
Oversee team logistics, equipment, and facility use with excellence and accountability.
Maintain governing body qualifications and certifications required for coaching in the assigned league or program.
Participate in organizational training, ministry development, and community engagement opportunities.