Girls Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach - Lead & Inspire

DSST Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

DSST Public Schools is seeking a Girls Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach for Conservatory Green HS in Denver, CO. This seasonal, in-person role carries a stipend of $2,500–$3,500 based on experience, with start 11/2/2026 and end 3/1/2027, and no benefits eligibility.

Ideal candidates demonstrate mission alignment, coaching experience, and the ability to lead diverse student-athletes. Responsibilities include designing training programs, leading practices, ensuring safety, and driving team

Qualifications

• Demonstrated belief in all students and the mission of DSST.
• Strong character and belief in the core values of DSST.
• An ability to work and collaborate across lines of difference.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities at one time.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Knowledge of the game and passion for sportsmanship.

Responsibilities

• To live and model the school’s core values with colleagues, students, parents, officials, fans, and the larger community.
• To reinforce the school’s core values, guiding philosophy, rules, and school spirit.
• Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that encourages teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
• Design and implement comprehensive training programs tailored to the needs and goals of individual athletes and the team.
• Conduct regular training sessions, focusing on technique, strength, endurance, and skill development.
• Organize and oversee team practices, competitions, and events, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and safety protocols.
• All coaches must be willing and able to be trained and approved to drive our activity buses.
• Mission-driven: You have a desire to change the way the public school system serves students, so that all kids – regardless of race, ethnicity, or income – have the opportunity to go to college.
• Track record of leadership: You know that being a great coach means being a dynamic leader, and your life and professional experiences demonstrate your ability to lead others to achieve great outcomes.
• Goal-oriented: You set high goals for yourself, team, and players. You take the steps necessary to achieve those goals.
• Organized: You have a systems mindset that helps you keep yourself organized in a professional setting.
• Growth mindset: You are a lifelong learner; you know that you continually improve to be the best leader possible for your players, and you desire next steps to help you get there.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey strategies and feedback effectively as well as able to communicate with players, families and school staff.

Skills

Coaching Experience

Knowledge of the game

Team leadership

Job description

DSST Public Schools is seeking a Girls Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach for Conservatory Green HS in Denver, CO. This seasonal, in-person role carries a stipend of $2,500–$3,500 based on experience, with start 11/2/2026 and end 3/1/2027, and no benefits eligibility.

Ideal candidates demonstrate mission alignment, coaching experience, and the ability to lead diverse student-athletes. Responsibilities include designing training programs, leading practices, ensuring safety, and driving team