Middle School Head Girls Basketball Coach Classical Charter School

Job Title : Middle School Head Girls Basketball Coach

Location : Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver (ACAND)-Brighton, CO

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Reports to : Athletic Director

Work Hours / Days : Winter Season (Late October - December) Practice / game days will be held after school during the school week

Desired Start Date : October 20, 2025

Hourly Wage Range : Stipend will be determined based on coaching experience with a one-time payment at the completion of the season

Position Summary :

If you are passionate about coaching and dedicated to the development of young athletes, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. The ideal candidate will embody high character and professionalism, representing our school community with integrity when interacting with various public groups, including leagues, organizations, schools, and media outlets.

Key Responsibilities :

• Demonstrate expert knowledge of the sport(s) assigned.
• Coaches are expected to thoroughly understand the sport rules, principles, and competitive strategies of the sport they coach.
• Possess the proper acumen in developing training plans, monitoring the progress of each athlete, and making adjustments as necessary to improve their performance.
• Coaches are expected to be present at all in-season and out-of-season practices and at all games or team events. Should a coach be unable to attend a game or practice, they are to make suitable arrangements in their absence.
• The coach is responsible for creating a positive and supportive team culture, as well as promoting good sportsmanship and teamwork.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all activities staff, parents, students, other staff members, and visitors to the school.
• Assist with set up and take down of equipment for practices and games
• Complete all required training and provide documentation
• Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements :

Physical Requirements :

Mandatory Background Checks : In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and may require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to :

Verification of Qualifications : You will be asked to provide verifiable proof for roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials). We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications.

Adherence to Colorado Education Laws : Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.

Our company participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.