Job Description: Head Coach- Middle School
Job Title: Head Coach-Middle School Coed Cross Country
Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Athletic Director
Work Hours/Days:
Part-Time, Fall Season August-October, Practice/game days,
Desired Start Date: August, 2026
Hourly Wage Range: $1,000.00-$1,250 one-time payout in October
Position Summary:
Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado is seeking coaching staff for the 2026/2027 school year to support the athletic director in implementing programming in various middle and high school sports.
Coaches work closely with the athletic director, requiring a highly organized, disciplined, and motivated individual to help support the school's athletic programming and goals. Strong candidates will support the school's Mission: to develop the moral and intellectual skills, habits, and virtues upon which independent, responsible, and joyful lives are built, in the firm belief that such lives are the basis for a free and flourishing republic. This is achieved by working to train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education in the liberal arts and sciences, with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue in an orderly and disciplined environment.
Candidates must attach a letter of introduction, a C.V. or resume, and three character references to their application. All coaching candidates must also attach a "statement of coaching philosophy."
Key Responsibilities:
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Plan and lead practices and games/competitions
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Complete all required training and certifications
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Promote academic growth among athletes
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Foster school and team spirit
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Foster competitive growth among athletes
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Contribute to the moral and intellectual environment of the school
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Adhere to the principles of classical education as it relates to the improvement of a student's mind, soul, and body
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Support the development of the intellectual environment of the school
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Respond promptly and courteously to parent communications within one business day
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Speak of and model character in terms of the School's core virtues
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Ability to effectively communicate with all activities staff, parents, students, other staff members, and visitors to the school
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Demonstrate expert knowledge of the sport(s) assigned
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Coaches are expected to thoroughly understand the rules, principles, and competitive strategies of the sport they coach
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They are expected to be present at all in-season and out-of-season practices and at all games
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Should a coach be unable to attend a game or practice, they are to make suitable arrangements in their absence
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Attend all practices and games
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Assist with set up and take down of equipment for practices and games
Position Requirements:
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High School Diploma or GED
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Previous coaching experience preferred
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Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the sport
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Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
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Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of individuals
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Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive team environment
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Concussion Training or willing to obtain
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Loyalty to the school and ACA's mission and vision
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Commitment to model moral character in line with the school's core virtues
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Adherence to all ACA policies, including but not limited to the Employee Handbook, Family Handbook, and all applicable school and board policies
Physical Requirements:
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Must be able to lift 15 pounds
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Must be prompt to all practices and games, and not leave a game/practice site until all student athletes have been picked up
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Must be able to traverse the field, gym, school and stairs or any areas involved with the sport
