Varsity – Assistant Coach

Fredericksburgchristian; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Fredericksburg Christian School in Fredericksburg, VA seeks an Assistant Coach to lead and mentor student-athletes while upholding Christian values. Responsibilities include coaching across game phases, supervising teams at various school levels, and reporting to Head Coach.

Candidates should demonstrate Christian character, reliable attendance, effective communication, and a servant spirit. Coaching experience at high school or club level is preferred, with CPR/AED certification desirable.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate effective communication skills (oral & written).
• Demonstrates professionalism & a positive environment.
• Strong leadership and ability to supervise and guide student-athletes.
• Commitment to Christian character and Biblical lifestyle.
• Knowledge of athletic program regulations & safety practices.
• Willingness to obtain CPR/AED certification if needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide Christian leadership and coaching to all players.
• Provide instruction in all phases of the game.
• Work with student-athletes to improve personal and teamwork skills.
• Provide guidance and encouragement to help students profit from participation.
• Maintain compliance with school, VCAC and VISAA rules and policies.
• Promote proper use and care of school property.
• Communicate effectively with team, staff, parents, admin and media.
• Participate in athletic department fund-raisers.
• Monitor health and safety practices and maintain attendance/punctuality.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Professionalism

Conflict resolution

Self-control

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Description

The Assistant Coach in any sport supports and advances the mission of FCS by providing leadership, supervision, and coaching instruction. Responsibilities may include supervising teams at various school levels. Reports directly to the Head Coach.

Assistant Coach Responsibilities:

• Provide Christian leadership and coaching to all players
• Provide instruction in all phases of the game
• Work with FCS student‑athletes to improve personal and teamwork skills
• Provide guidance and encouragement to help students profit from their participation
• Maintain compliance with Fredericksburg Christian School, VCAC and Virginia Independent School Athletic Association (VISAA) rules, regulations, and policies that pertain to athletic programs
• Promote the proper use and care of school property
• Communicate effectively with the team, staff, parents, administration, community, and the media
• Participate in athletic department fund‑raisers
• Be knowledgeable of, monitor, and maintain compliance with applicable health and safety practices
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record and is punctual

Requirements

1. Committed Christian with a close personal walk with the Lord and the Christian character qualities to serve as a role model for young people
2. Regular in attendance at an evangelical, Protestant church
3. Commitment to a Biblical lifestyle, not promoting or engaging in premarital, extramarital, transgender, or homosexual behavior
4. If married, a solid commitment based on Mark 10:9 and positive marital relationship
5. Strong commitment to Christian education
6. Previous head coaching experience at the high school or club level preferred
7. Playing experience required (if assistant coach, this is preferred, not required)
8. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including effective listening skills
9. Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive environment
10. Working knowledge about athletic program regulations
11. Skillfully manage individual, group, and organizational interactions
12. Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts
13. Exercises self‑control and perseverance when dealing with students
14. Must be CPR/AED certified or willing to complete certification shortly after hire
15. Teachable, servant spirit