High School Sports Coach - Elevate Athletes & Equity

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Denver Public Schools in Denver, CO is seeking a part-time athletics coach to teach fundamental and advanced athletic skills to students, helping them prepare for competition and improve teamwork, sportsmanship, and fitness across multiple sports such as football, basketball, hockey, and soccer.

The role requires knowledge of equipment, safety, and the rules, plus the ability to recruit student participants and coordinate with school athletic programs.

Qualifications

• Have at least a High School Diploma or equivalent.
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• Have a current CPR Certification or the ability to obtain one prior to coaching (online CPR not accepted).
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• Teacher Certification is preferred.
• Completion of CHSAA coaching registration.
• Have previous coaching experience or experience working with urban youth and or teaching experience (preferred but not required)
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

• Teach fundamental and advanced athletic skills to athletes in order to prepare them for competition.
• Knowledgeable about sports equipment, physical fitness, and safety.
• Become an expert on the rules, strategies, and techniques required for the sport.
• Support the coordination and recruitment of student participants.

Skills

Coaching experience

Urban youth experience

Teaching experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CHSAA coaching registration

Teacher Certification preferred

Job description

Denver Public Schools in Denver, CO is seeking a part-time athletics coach to teach fundamental and advanced athletic skills to students, helping them prepare for competition and improve teamwork, sportsmanship, and fitness across multiple sports such as football, basketball, hockey, and soccer.

The role requires knowledge of equipment, safety, and the rules, plus the ability to recruit student participants and coordinate with school athletic programs.