High School Baseball Assistant Coach

Denver Christian Schools•Lakewood, CO

About The Position

The Athletic Coach supports Denver Christian School’s mission by leading student-athletes in a Christ-centered athletic program that promotes spiritual growth, character development, teamwork, and athletic excellence. The coach coaches, mentors, and disciples student-athletes while managing team operations and representing the school with integrity and professionalism. Coaches model faith, sportsmanship, and a commitment to “To God Be the Glory” in all aspects of competition. The role includes spiritual leadership and student development; planning and leading effective practices; preparing teams to compete with excellence while rejecting a “win at all costs” mindset; and attending and supervising scheduled practices, games, competitions, and team events. The coach coordinates team schedules and logistics, supports apparel and competition arrangements, collaborates with the Athletic Director and Head Coach, communicates with families and school staff, and supports team social media in accordance with school guidelines. The role also builds team culture through bonding activities, school spirit initiatives, community service opportunities, and volunteer coordination. All employees are expected to support Denver Christian School’s Christian mission, model professionalism, participate in school events, devotionals, and staff culture-building practices, and embody the school’s values. The position requires the ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods, demonstrate sport-related skills and drills, and lift and carry equipment as needed.

Requirements

Clear profession of faith in Jesus Christ and a discipling approach to coaching and athletics.
Alignment with Denver Christian School’s athletic philosophy and mission.
Demonstrated knowledge of the sport through playing and/or coaching experience.
Ability to model Christ-like character, professionalism, and leadership to students and families.
Ability to meet all employment requirements outlined in the Denver Christian School Employee Handbook.
Strong leadership and mentorship skills.
Clear, professional communication with students, families, and colleagues.
Organizational skills and attention to operational details.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
Growth mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
Emotional maturity and consistency under pressure.
Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods during practices and competitions.
Ability to demonstrate athletic skills and drills as required by the sport.
Ability to lift and carry equipment as needed.

Nice To Haves

Prior coaching experience; varsity-level coaching experience is preferred for varsity positions.
Experience mentoring or discipling students in a faith-based educational or athletic setting.

Responsibilities

Model Christian faith and integrate biblical principles into coaching, competition, and team culture.
Disciple and mentor student-athletes through teaching and daily interactions grounded in a biblical worldview.
Encourage student-athletes’ physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual growth.
Teach sportsmanship, integrity, respect, and perseverance in victory and adversity.
Plan and lead practices that develop skill, teamwork, discipline, and competitive readiness.
Apply sport knowledge and coaching best practices to training and player development.
Prepare teams to compete with excellence while rejecting a “win at all costs” mindset.
Attend and supervise scheduled practices, games, competitions, and team events.
Coordinate team calendars, schedules, competitions, and required registrations.
Assist with coordination of uniforms, warm-ups, camp apparel, and practice apparel.
Support competition logistics, including releases, schedules, and event details.
Collaborate with the Athletic Director and Head Coach on program needs and season planning.
Draft weekly team communications for Head Coach distribution, including schedules, updates, and reminders.
Communicate with families, students, and school staff to support clear and consistent information sharing.
Manage or support team social media content in accordance with school guidelines and branding.
Coordinate team-building activities, themed practices, and traditions such as Bigs/Littles.
Organize school spirit initiatives such as decorations, banners, and game-day elements.
Identify and coordinate opportunities for teams to serve, support, or represent the school at events and in the community.
Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteers for team activities and events as needed.
Support the school’s Christian mission, model professionalism and core values, and participate in school events, devotionals, and staff culture-building practices.