Assistant Coach

Jupiter Christian School; Florida; On-site; USD 1,200 - 3,000; Full time

Job summary

A private Christian school in New York is seeking an Assistant Coach to support and mentor young athletes. The role requires a clear testimony of faith in Christ and active church involvement. Responsibilities include maintaining team health, preparing for practices, and fostering communication among staff and parents. Candidates should demonstrate leadership, mentoring skills, and a positive attitude. This position is key to inspiring students and upholding the school's values.

Qualifications

• Must support JCS philosophy and follow annual guidelines.
• Positive role model and mentor to young athletes.
• Active involvement in a local church is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure team members stay healthy and avoid injuries.
• Prepare adequately for practice and games.
• Maintain positive relationships with parents and staff.
• Communicate progress and address concerns with parents.
• Provide instruction on team strategies and techniques.

Skills

Mentorship

Leadership

Communication

Understanding of Sports Techniques

Knowledge of Health and Safety

Job description

Founded in 1963, Jupiter Christian School is committed to excellence in teaching the mind, reaching the heart, and inspiring servant leaders to impact the world for Jesus Christ. Jupiter Christian School distinctively educates students in a Nurturing Community to Excel in life and engage the world.

• Assistant Coach roles/responsibilities are outlined below.The following are listed for additional emphasis and clarification:
• The Assistant Coach must support in both word and deed the JCS philosophy, honor the parent/legal guardian statement of agreement and follow the policies, guidelines and protocolsas annually updated and published in the JCS Parent/ Student Handbook.
• The Assistant Coach needs to be a mentor, a positive role model and leader by example and words to the young athletes under his/her care.
• Understandthe proper administrative chain of command and refer all parent/studentrequests/grievances through the proper channels.
• Attending the Coach Orientationmeeting at the beginning of the school year.
• Ensure that team members are in good physical condition, staying healthy, and avoiding injuries.
• Arrive early enough before practice and games to adequately prepare and remain long enough afterwards to help secure facility.
• Maintain positive relationships with players, parents, teachers, and other school staff members.
• Communicating where appropriate with parents about their child’s progress on the team and answering any questions they may have about their child’s performance or behavior on the team.
• Providing instruction on techniques and strategies for playing positions within the team’s scheme of play.

Spiritual

• Must have a clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior.
• Please check the school's website (www.jupiterchristian.org) regarding personal faith alignment to the JCS statement of Faith.
• Must be able to demonstrate active membership and involvement in a local church.

Support Jupiter Christian School’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting excellence and competence, respect for others, humility, collaboration, innovation, accountability, and commitment to community.