Basketball - Assistant Boys

Adams 12 Five Star Schools; Northglenn (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams 12 Five Star Schools is seeking a high school coach for Thornton, CO. The role involves supervising student athletes, enforcing CHSAA rules, and directing a specific sport.

Prior coaching experience is preferred and the district emphasizes safety, equity and excellence in athletics. Certifications in First Aid/CPR or AED/CPR, CHSAA coaching registration, and CHSAA concussion certification are required at hire, with a CHSAA exam completion.

Qualifications

• Hold a current AED/CPR certificate upon hire.
• First Aid/CPR certificate or willingness to obtain.
• CDE licensed teacher or CHSAA coaching registration upon hire.
• CHSAA concussion certification upon hire.
• Pass CHSAA annual Coaches Exam.

Responsibilities

• Supervise student athletes and enforce district, school, league and CHSAA rules.
• Plan, organize and direct the specific sport.
• Teach advanced techniques in the sport.
• Promote safety and proper sportsmanship according to Board of Education policies.

Skills

Coaching

Sports knowledge

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

• Date Posted: 10/27/2026
• Closing Date: 12/08/2026

SALARY INFORMATION: See Athletic Coaches Salary Schedule (Appendix B - Certified Master Agreement)
STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK: 2.5
FTE: .0625
JOB CODE: 1845AB
POSITION TYPE: Replacement
LOCATION: Thornton, CO

Adams 12 Five Star Schools is deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. We commit to eliminate the predictability of who is included in excellence and who is not. Adams 12 Five Star Schools puts students first and supports our district's mission to elevate student success for every student every day in every classroom.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Head Coaches must hold a current certificate in AED/CPR upon hire.
• Assistant coaches must hold a current certificate in First Aid/CPR or a willingness to obtain.
• All coaches must be a CDE licensed teacher or hold a valid Coaches registration with CHSAA upon hire.
• All Coaches in Colorado must hold a current concussion certification from the NFHS or Children's Hospital Colorado upon hire.
• All Coaches must pass the CHSAA annual Coaches Exam.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Previous coaching experience and/or participation at the high school or college level is preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

• Ability to supervise students, enforce district, school, league and CHSAA rules and regulations.
• Possess knowledge and skills in the specific sport.
• Ability to plan, organize and successfully direct specific sport.
• Ability to perform, as well as teach, advanced techniques in specific sport.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent Policies and building and department procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

NECESSARY SKILLS AND BACKGROUND:

• Hold a current certificate in First Aid/CPR or a willingness to obtain. Previous coaching experience and/or participation at the high school or college level. Must be able to supervise students, enforce district, school CHSSA rules and regulations. Possess knowledge and skills in the specific sport. Ability to plan, organize, successfully direct specific sport. Able to perform, as well as teach, advanced techniques in specific sport.

SALARY INFORMATION:

The salary to be paid will be based on the sport and previous years of experience, per Certified Master Agreement language. Compensation for performing coaching responsibilities if offered and assigned by the district shall be as set forth in Athletic Coaches Salary Schedule .

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

Colorado Paid Sick Leave, employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to non-benefited employees regardless of hours worked. To learn more see our Benefits Overview

THIS POSTING IS NOT INCLUSIVE OF THE JOB DESCRIPTION.

Rev 7/26

Postings current as of 10/29/2026 6:14:54 AM CST.