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Job Title: Community Coach
Reports To: Athletic Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Standard Hours per Week: Part-Time; based on athletic program needs
Scheduled Days per Year: Based on the athletic calendar and assigned coaching responsibilities

Providence Christian Academy Competencies

• Maintains a growing relationship with Jesus and consistently participates (e.g., weekly) in a local church or with a local congregation.
• Exhibits professionalism, dependability, and a commitment to continual personal and professional growth.
• Demonstrates integrity while fully engaging in the academic, spiritual, and covenant mission of Providence.
• Delivers exemplary customer service by cultivating positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, faculty, staff, and the Providence community.
• Models Christian character, sportsmanship, leadership, and respect in all interactions.
• Demonstrates a genuine commitment to the development of student-athletes spiritually, academically, athletically, and personally.

Position Purpose

The Community Coach is responsible for providing leadership, instruction, supervision, and mentorship to student-athletes while supporting the mission, values, and Christian philosophy of Providence Christian Academy. The Community Coach develops student-athletes through quality coaching, skill development, teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, and character formation.

The Community Coach works collaboratively with the Athletic Director, other coaches, faculty, staff, parents, and student-athletes to create a positive, safe, competitive, and Christ-centered athletic environment. The coach is expected to serve as a positive role model and to consistently demonstrate the values and standards of Providence Christian Academy.

Essential FunctionsCoaching and Athletic Development

• Plan and conduct organized practices that appropriately develop student-athletes' skills, knowledge, fitness, and understanding of the sport.
• Teach and demonstrate fundamental skills, techniques, strategies, rules, and expectations of the assigned sport.
• Develop practice plans that are purposeful, organized, age-appropriate, and aligned with team and program goals.
• Evaluate student-athlete performance and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
• Prepare student-athletes for games, competitions, tournaments, and other athletic events.
• Promote teamwork, discipline, commitment, accountability, and perseverance.
• Ensure that equipment and facilities are used appropriately and maintained in a safe condition.
• Work with the Athletic Director to establish team goals and expectations.
• Support the overall athletic program and cooperate with other coaches and athletic personnel.

Christian Leadership and Character Development

• Model Christian character, integrity, humility, respect, self-control, and servant leadership.
• Integrate Christian principles and biblical character development into the coaching environment.
• Encourage student-athletes to demonstrate Christ-like behavior on and off the field or court.
• Promote sportsmanship, respect for opponents, officials, teammates, coaches, and spectators.
• Encourage student-athletes to understand that athletic participation is an opportunity to develop character, discipline, teamwork, and leadership.
• Provide appropriate opportunities for prayer, Scripture, devotionals, and spiritual encouragement as directed by the athletic program.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with all student-athletes.

Student-Athlete Supervision and Safety

• Provide active and attentive supervision of student-athletes during practices, games, competitions, team meetings, and assigned athletic activities.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and positive athletic environment.
• Follow all school, athletic department, facility, and emergency procedures.
• Ensure student-athletes follow appropriate safety rules and athletic expectations.
• Respond appropriately to injuries, emergencies, and safety concerns.
• Report injuries, accidents, behavioral concerns, or other incidents promptly to the Athletic Director and appropriate school personnel.
• Follow all concussion, injury-management, and return-to-play procedures established by the school and applicable athletic organizations.
• Never leave student-athletes unsupervised during assigned team activities.

Team and Program Management

• Establish and communicate clear expectations for attendance, punctuality, effort, behavior, academic responsibility, and sportsmanship.
• Maintain accurate records of team attendance and participation as required.
• Assist with team rosters, schedules, equipment, uniforms, and other program responsibilities.
• Ensure student-athletes are prepared and properly equipped for practices and competitions.
• Maintain an organized and professional team environment.
• Assist with game-day responsibilities, including preparation, supervision, equipment, and post-game procedures.
• Ensure facilities are left clean, organized, and secure following practices and competitions.
• Follow all athletic department policies and procedures.

Communication and Parent Relations

• Communicate professionally and respectfully with student-athletes, parents, faculty, staff, administrators, officials, and opposing teams.
• Communicate team schedules, expectations, changes, and other appropriate information to student-athletes and parents.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding student-athletes and their families.
• Address parent questions and concerns professionally and follow the established chain of command.
• Refer significant concerns regarding academics, behavior, injuries, or student welfare to the appropriate school personnel.
• Maintain positive relationships with families and the broader Providence community.
• Represent Providence Christian Academy professionally at all athletic events and activities.

Collaboration and Professional Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Athletic Director and other coaches to support the overall athletic program.
• Attend required coaching meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Stay informed regarding current coaching practices, safety procedures, rules, and regulations related to the assigned sport.
• Follow all Providence Christian Academy policies and procedures, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook and Athletic Department Handbook.
• Complete all required background checks, certifications, training, and compliance requirements.
• Support the academic responsibilities of student-athletes by encouraging appropriate academic habits and accountability.
• Participate in school and athletic events as assigned.

Additional Duties

• Perform other related coaching and athletic duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or school administration.
• Assist with athletic camps, clinics, tournaments, special events, and other activities as needed.
• Support other athletic programs and coaches when appropriate.
• Perform duties necessary to support the overall mission and operation of Providence Christian Academy.

Note: This description is illustrative and not intended to be all-inclusive.

Equipment

• Uses athletic equipment, training equipment, uniforms, technology, communication devices, and other equipment appropriate to the assigned sport.
• Uses standard school equipment, including computers, tablets, and telecommunication devices.

Travel Requirements

• Travel to athletic facilities, competitions, tournaments, and other school-sponsored athletic events as required.
• May be required to travel with student-athletes to away games and competitions.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required for tournaments or athletic events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the rules, fundamentals, techniques, and strategies of the assigned sport.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and develop athletic skills in student-athletes.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and encourage student-athletes in a positive and constructive manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate team expectations and discipline.
• Ability to work effectively with student-athletes of varying ages, abilities, and skill levels.
• Ability to respond appropriately to injuries, emergencies, and safety concerns.
• Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, administrators, faculty, staff, parents, and students.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
• Demonstrated commitment to sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and character development.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced athletic environment.
• Basic proficiency with computers, email, and school or athletic technology systems.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Works primarily in gymnasiums, athletic fields, courts, weight rooms, classrooms, and other athletic environments.
• Must be able to stand, walk, run, bend, stoop, kneel, and move throughout athletic facilities for extended periods.
• Must be physically capable of demonstrating or teaching appropriate sport-specific skills and techniques.
• Must be able to supervise student-athletes in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• May be required to work in varying weather conditions during outdoor athletic activities.
• Must be able to respond quickly and appropriately to student-athlete safety needs and emergencies.
• Must be able to maintain focus and awareness in an active and sometimes high-pressure environment.
• (See Summary of Physical, Sensory, and Environmental Requirements for additional details.)

Qualifications

Certification / Licensure

• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred or required as determined by the school and applicable athletic organization.
• Completion of all required background screening and school-required training.
• Completion of any required athletic association coaching certifications or training.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation, if required for assigned duties.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree in Education, Kinesiology, Sports Management, or a related field preferred.
• Additional coaching education, training, or certification preferred.

Experience

• Previous coaching experience in the assigned sport preferred.
• Previous experience working with middle or high school student-athletes preferred.
• Competitive playing experience in the assigned sport may be considered.
• Experience working in a Christian school, church, or faith-based athletic program strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop student-athletes athletically, academically, and personally.
• Demonstrated commitment to creating a positive, safe, competitive, and Christ-centered athletic environment.