Middle & High School Athletics Coach

SkyView Academy; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 22,320 - 55,800; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Highlands Ranch, Colorado is seeking Head Coaches for various middle and high school sports programs. Responsibilities include supporting the school community, supervising students to ensure their safety, and teaching appropriate athletic techniques. This position is ideal for those passionate about developing student-athletes in a positive environment. Participation in team safety protocols is essential, and coaches should embody a commitment to lifelong learning and honorable leadership.

Qualifications

• Ability to model life-long learning and honor leadership.
• Supervisory skills and ability to manage student safety.
• Knowledge of proper athletic techniques and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support various school functions and build the sports program.
• Supervise the locker room and ensure safety protocols.
• Teach athletes proper techniques and ensure safe practices.

Job description

• MS Volleyball Head Coach (August-October)
• MS Basketball Head Coach (October-December or January-March)
• HS Boys Basketball Head Coach-Freshman C-Team (November-February)

Vision Statement

SkyView Academy is committed to preparing students to be life‑long learners and honorable leaders of tomorrow.

Mission Statement

SkyView Academy offers a research‑based, content‑rich liberal arts program with a commitment to foreign language studies and community service. Staff, parents, and students are actively involved in a culture of expectation and support where individuals are respected, valued, and known by the content of their character.

I. Basic Function

• Support your program and the other activity programs of SkyView Academy Upper School. Make it a point to visit various school functions throughout the year—your support goes a long way with each other.
• Recognize that middle school, freshman, and JV programs exist for developmental purposes. All players at these levels should receive some playing time during the season (not necessarily every game). It is the coaches’ responsibility to build up the program.
• Recognize that while winning is the goal, it is not required of a sports program. Teaching the sport, developing students of character, and providing a positive environment for the student‑athlete to grow are essential.

II. Essential Functions

• Represent SkyView Academy by modeling life‑long learning, and honor leadership - At no point should any coach be ejected from a contest. If a coach is ejected, he/she will be required to take a Sportsmanship class through CHSAA.
• Supervise the locker room - The head coach or his/her assistant should locate themselves in such a position that they can see and hear what is transpiring in the locker room. They must be the last to leave and are responsible for locking up the locker rooms.
• Coaches/Assistant Coaches should not give their keys to unauthorized personnel or students.
• Athletes are not allowed in the gym, weight room, training room, or any other athletic facility unless accompanied by their coach.
  • Teach players the proper techniques and the proper use of equipment.
  • At no time shall anyone except the head or an assistant coach be in charge of a practice.
  • Do NOT leave a practice or game unattended.
• Set up and clean up fields, the gym, or any other space used for practice or competition.
• Coaches/Assistant Coaches will follow all relevant student safety and health protocols.
• Remain with players until all students have been released to a responsible adult, or driven themselves off campus, whether after a practice or game.
  • The coach should be the last one to leave the school and ensure the building doors are locked and secure.
  • For away games when a bus is provided, parents need to sign students out with the coach in order to not ride the bus home.
  • When parent volunteers are driving teams to away games, a risk management form and insurance declaration must be on file with the athletic office.
  • Report any injuries that result in loss of practice or game time. An athletic injury report must be filled out by the coach or trainer (if applicable). A copy must be given to the Athletic Director for the office files.
  • If the player has gone to get medical care (doctor’s appointment, emergency room, orthopedic, etc), they must have a written doctor’s release before returning to practice or games.

*The above information is designed to indicate the general nature of the position and the basic level of knowledge needed to perform the job. The above is not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive list of tasks, duties, or responsibilities required in this position.

SkyView Academy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.