Head Coach, Unified Basketball / Special Olympics

Mapleton Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Colorado PERA

Employee-paid sick leave

Job summary

Mapleton Public Schools is seeking a Unified Basketball Head Coach for the 2026-2027 school year at Skyview Campus. The position leads a Special Olympics team, plans practices, teaches skills, coordinates game-day setup, and supervises assistants while promoting teamwork, inclusion, and fair play.

The role reports to Athletics Director and Special Olympics Designee; requires strong knowledge of the sport and experience with middle/high school athletes, plus required certifications.

Qualifications

• Valid Colorado teaching license preferred; however, other candidate credentials will also be considered.
• Strong, comprehensive knowledge of Unified Basketball and Special Olympics.
• Experience working with middle and/or high school athletes.
• Ability to work as an integral part of the coaching staff.
• Must be knowledgeable about proper fitness and conditioning techniques for athletes and have a current First Aid certificate or equivalent.
• Must complete state or local Special Olympics coaching certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan practices and teach basketball skills; coordinate game-day setup.
• Supervise assistant coaches and promote teamwork, inclusion, and fair play.
• Manage inventory, issuance, control, and storage of uniforms and equipment.
• Develop daily/weekly/seasonal practice schedules and coordinate with staff.
• Submit end-of-season reports, inventory, and budget requests.
• File accident reports for any student injury.
• Organize and collaborate award presentations; communicate needs to Special Olympics coordinator.
• Ensure documentation (permission slips, physicals, insurance waivers, emergency forms).
• Maintain fairness and consistency in sport participation decisions.

Skills

Teaching license

Sport knowledge

Youth athlete experience

Team player

First Aid certification

Special Olympics certifications

Education

Colorado teaching license preferred

Job description

Head Coach, Unified Basketball / Special Olympics JobID: 3828

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 11/3/2026
• Location: Skyview Campus
• Closing Date: 11/10/2026

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Human Resources, 7350 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221. [phone], or the US Dept. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204.

COACHING VACANCY

Position is for the 2026-2027school year

Unified Basketball Head Coach

POSITION

Head Coach, Unified Basketball / Special Olympics

LOCATION

Skyview

PAY RANGE

Co-Curricular Salary Schedule Category Nine $1,959 - $3,238

CALENDAR

Winter Season

REPORTS TO

Athletics Director and Special Olympics Designee

ATHLETICS PROGRAM

The Skyview Wolverine Athletics Program is rooted in leadership, excellence, and integrity. As a Mapleton student, you can compete in various middle school and high school sports as a proud Skyview Wolverine. Middle school and high school student athletes come together from all Mapleton schools to compete in a variety of sports as the Skyview Wolverines. With league-recognized coaches, state-qualifying teams, and state-champion athletes, the Skyview Wolverines are dedicated to fair play, courtesy, and generosity.

To learn more about Mapleton's athletic program, please visit Skyview Athletics.

A Special Olympics Unified Basketball Head Coach leads a team made up of athletes with and without intellectual disabilities. The Head Coach plans practices, teaches basketball skills, coordinates game-day setup, supervises assistant coaches, and promotes teamwork, inclusion, and fair play.

WORK LIFE AND BENEFITS

In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. The benefit package for Mapleton athletic coaches includes Colorado PERA and employee-paid sick leave, as applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Colorado teaching license preferred; however, other candidate credentials will also be considered.
• Must possess strong, comprehensive knowledge of the sport.
• Experience working with middle and/or high school athletes.
• Ability to work as an integral part of the coaching staff.
• Must be knowledgeable about proper fitness and conditioning techniques for athletes and have a current First Aid certificate or equivalent.
• Must complete state or local Special Olympics coaching certifications.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific performance responsibilities will be discussed during the application/interview process. Special consideration will be given to staff employed within the district.

• Fulfill the responsibilities of their teaching assignment as a priority if currently employed as a district teacher.
• Adhere to the rules, regulations, stipulations, and policies of the Colorado High School Activities Association.
• Lead the training of participants in sport-specific techniques, fundamentals, sportsmanship, and the role of athletics in developing discipline and team cooperation; teach team concepts; and attend clinics and conferences with staff to stay current on trends in the sport.
• Manage the inventory, issuance, control, collection, cleaning, and storage of all uniforms, equipment, materials, and supplies related to the sport.
• Develop daily, weekly, and seasonal practice schedules and coordinate assistant coaches to maximize the effective use of personnel.
• Submit end-of-season reports, inventory, and budget requests.
• File an accident report for any student injured while under their supervision.
• Organize and collaborate award presentations for the sport.
• Communicate special needs to the Special Olympics coordinator, including equipment, transportation, budget, fundraising ideas, game officials, and eligibility.
• Ensure athletes do not practice or compete without all required documentation, including a current permission slip, physical examination, insurance waiver, and emergency form.
• Maintain fairness and consistency in all decisions and judgments relating to sport participation.

Provide leadership that encourages students to improve academic success, maintain eligibility, improve attendance, and develop positive self-esteem throughout their high school years; perform other duties as assigned.

TRAINING

• Mandatory Title IX training is required by the Colorado Department of Education for all public-school employees. Title IX training addresses harassment, discrimination, and bullying. Completion of these mandatory courses helps ensure compliance with state requirements while supporting a culture of safety and belonging across our schools.
• Two mandatory training courses must be completed within 30 days of the date of hire. These courses must be completed on their own time.

SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN SCHOOL DISTRICT BUILDINGS OR ON SCHOOL GROUNDS