Coach

Fellowship of Christian Athletes•Abilene, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The FCA Coach serves as both a sports leader and spiritual mentor, coaching athletes in volleyball 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 court, investing in their character off the court, and fostering a Christ-centered team culture. The role involves coaching the FCA Elite Club Volleyball team for the 2026–2027 season in Abilene, Texas, providing leadership to the team of girls and their parents, and instilling Christ’s character while coaching athletes toward success on the court. The Coach is expected to carry out ministerial responsibilities as service to God, including adherence to FCA’s Christian Community Statement and beliefs, personal spiritual practices, church involvement, and spiritual leadership for staff, volunteers, coaches, and athletes. The Coach uses sports to disciple athletes, leads or facilitates team Huddles, mentoring, and ministry events, and integrates spiritual and character development into team activities. The role also includes recruiting and developing volunteers, mentoring assistant coaches and athletes, planning age-appropriate training, coaching games, communicating with families and FCA leadership, overseeing team logistics and equipment, maintaining required coaching qualifications, and participating in FCA training and community engagement.

Requirements

Demonstrated coaching experience with success in player and team development.
Strong knowledge of sports fundamentals, rules, and strategies.
Commitment to FCA’s Statement of Faith, Mission, and Core Values.
Strong leadership and management skills.
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.
Must maintain governing body qualifications and certifications required for coaching in the assigned league or program.

Responsibilities

Agree with and abide by FCA’s Christian Community Statement and conduct oneself in accordance with FCA’s Christian beliefs.
Follow a spiritual rhythm that includes daily prayer and Bible study.
Lead staff, volunteers, coaches, and athletes through prayer, Bible study, worship, and personal example.
Connect to and participate in a local church through worship and weekly involvement.
Use sports to disciple athletes and support their growth as competitors and followers of Christ.
Lead or facilitate team Huddles, one-on-one mentoring opportunities, and FCA ministry events.
Integrate 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.
Pursue personal and professional growth through coaching education and 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 and make decisions consistent with FCA’s core values and mission.
Provide equal respect, encouragement, and fair treatment to all athletes.
Maintain consistent communication with athletes, parents, and FCA leadership about schedules, expectations, and team updates.
Oversee team logistics, equipment, and facility use with excellence and accountability.
Maintain qualifications and certifications required by the governing body for coaching in the assigned league or program.
Participate in organizational training, ministry development, and community engagement opportunities.
Provide leadership to the team of girls and parents for the 2026–2027 FCA Elite Club Volleyball year in Abilene, Texas, and coach the team toward success on the court.