Fall 2026 Coaches - Volleyball, Golf, Soccer

The Association of Colorado Independent Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

The Association of Colorado Independent Schools seeks a Head Athletic Coach for the International School of Denver. This seasonal position requires overseeing the training and development of athletes. Responsibilities include planning practices, coaching games, and reporting injuries. Preferred candidates should have strong communication skills and prior coaching experience, along with CPR/AED/First Aid certification. The role emphasizes commitment to diversity and an ability to work within a multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• English proficiency with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Prior successful leadership/coaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan practices and coach games.
• Attend all practices and games.
• Report all injuries and follow reporting procedures.

Skills

Coaching experience

Communication skills

Commitment to diversity

Technological competency

Education

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Colorado Coaching License

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

ACIS accredits, supports, and advances the interests of Colorado independent schools.

International School of Denver (ISDenver) is an independent school that teaches the curricula and fulfills the highest educational standards of the United States, China, France, and Spain to prepare its students to thrive in a diverse and competitive global society. ISDenver is a prestigious International Baccalaureate World School offering immersion bilingual international education from PreK-High School, and is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS) and participating governments. To learn more about ISDenver, please visit our website .

Staff and Faculty members are the cornerstone of our school. In addition to driving the school’s operations, they must also embody the school’s values and believe in the school’s mission:

ISDenver Mission: Our inclusive, globally minded community develops highly motivated and academically successful bilingual learners who are inter‑culturally adept and make positive contributions in a complex world.

Position Summary

The Head Athletic Coach is responsible for the overall training and development, both athletically and personally, of athletes in their particular discipline and team to which they are assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan practices and coach games.
• Attend all practices and games.
• Accompany and/or drive the athletic team on a school vehicle to and from athletic events.
• Report all injuries and follow the procedure for reporting injuries.
• Teach the philosophy, fundamentals, techniques and style of play as prescribed.
• Perform proper athletic training, first aid, and safety as required.
• Communicate as necessary with athletes and their families via the dedicated school portal.
• Practice acceptable personal conduct before, during and after games and practices.
• Remain familiar with, and adhere to, rules and regulations of the sport coached based on the appropriate school and sport affiliations.
• Support the total athletic program.
• Help to develop the coaching abilities and performance of assistant coach(s).
• Supervise assistant coach(s) of the discipline in conjunction with the Athletic Director.
• Assist in the evaluation of assistant coach(s) in conjunction with the Athletic Director.
• Comply with all other duties as requested by the Athletic Director.
• Show willingness and ability to transport students in an ISDenver non‑CDL vehicle as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Personal Characteristics We Are Looking For

• English proficiency with excellent verbal and written communication skills (Level B2 required, C1+ preferred or equivalent certification such as TOEFL or IELTS).
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
• Eagerness to engage with co‑curricular, extra‑curricular, school community, and PTO activities that promote the school’s programs and reputation.
• Lived experience in multicultural settings, including international work experience, and an appreciation and respect for all cultures.
• Collaborative, team‑oriented, globally‑and open‑minded, innovative, and compassionate.
• Professionalism, punctuality, reliability, and an ability to exercise sound judgment and analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Technological and computer competency (Google Suite, database management, etc.).
• Strong moral character.
• Prior successful leadership/coaching experience preferred.
• Robust knowledge of the rules, strategy and regulations of the sport to be coached.

Required Qualifications and Trainings

• CPR/AED/First Aid certified (or willingness to get).
• Concussion Training (or willingness to get).
• Mandatory Reporter Training (or willingness to get).
• Standard Precautions Training (or willingness to get).
• Clean driving record/copy of MVR, ISDenver vehicle training certification (or willingness to get) for non‑CDL vehicles.
• A verified Colorado Coaching License may be able to replace certain training listed above (not including the driving component).

Physical Demands

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 25 pounds.
• Stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; occasionally bend, stoop or kneel.
• Walk easily back and forth across the 6.4 acre campus while preparing for, setting up, managing and cleaning up events.

Location and Schedule

This is a seasonal sport position. Practices are held twice weekly during the season along with matches. Practices and matches are generally held after the school day. Salaries are fixed pending number of weeks in a season and contact time.

Equal Opportunity Employment

ISDenver values the unique perspectives and strengths that all members of our community bring. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, ISDenver is committed to creating a workplace that does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Racism, misogyny, classism, ableism, homophobia, and transphobia do not represent the values of ISDenver and will not be tolerated.

All employees are required to undergo, at minimum, a Colorado Department of Human Services required background check prior to employment. Certain positions may require more extensive background checks.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.