DSST Cedar HS: Team Head Coach

Position: DSST Cedar HS: Step Team Head Coach
** POSITION:
** DSST Sports Coach
**** GRADE LEVEL:
**** High School
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* LOCATION:

**** DSST Cedar High School
**** STIPEND**:
** See below for stipend amounts for current openings
**** STATUS**:
** Seasonal fixed term, temporary, benefits in-eligible (does not qualify for benefits outlined in total rewards), in-person position
**** START**:
** See information below for start dates for specific coaching positions
** DETAILS
* ** Step Team Head Coach
* Season Dates:
September 2025 - April 2026
* Stipend Amount: $2,000
**** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
***** Demonstrated belief in all students and the mission of DSST.
* Strong character and belief in the core values of DSST.
* An ability to work and collaborate across lines of difference.
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities at one time.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
* Knowledge of the game and passion for sportsmanship.
**** IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS
***** Coaching Experience
* Experience working with diverse age groups and skill levels.
* Knowledge of sports nutrition and injury prevention.
**** THE ROLE
***** To live and model the school’s core values with colleagues, students, parents, officials, fans, and the larger community
* To reinforce the school’s core values, guiding philosophy, rules, and school spirit
* Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that encourages teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
* Design and implement comprehensive training programs tailored to the needs and goals of individual athletes and the team.
* Conduct regular training sessions, focusing on technique, strength, endurance, and skill development.
* Organize and oversee team practices, competitions, and events, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and safety protocols.
* All coaches must be willing and able to be trained and approved to drive our activity buses.
**** THE PERSON
***** Mission-driven:
You have a desire to change the way the public school system serves students, so that all kids – regardless of race, ethnicity, or income – have the opportunity to go to college.
* Track record of leadership:
You know that being a great coach means being a dynamic leader, and your life and professional experiences demonstrate your ability to lead others to achieve great outcomes. Ability to inspire and motivate athletes.
* Goal-oriented:
You set high goals for yourself, team, and players. You take the steps necessary to achieve those goals.
* Organized:
You have a systems mindset that helps you keep yourself organized in a professional setting.
* Growth mindset:
You are a lifelong learner; you know that you continually improve to be the best leader possible for your players, and you desire next steps to help you get there.
* Communication:
Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey strategies and feedback effectively as well as able to communicate with players, families and school staff.
**** WHO WE ARE
**** At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to be the largest and highest-performing network of public charter schools in Denver and Aurora with 100% of our students having been accepted into college or post secondary programs since our inception in 2004. When you join DSST, you play a part in ensuring all 7,500+ students at our 16 schools have access to a transformational and joyful education.

**** INTERVIEW EXPECTATIONS
**** For most of our positions, we hire on a rolling basis. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as you are able! You can learn more about what to expect in our interview process. At DSST, we know that our people are the greatest asset we have in reaching our mission of eliminating educational inequity. We work hard to build a work culture that allows our staff to not only feel fulfilled by the work they do but also feel supported to live a joyful, healthy life.

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* Health and Supplemental Insurance: DSST staff have access to comprehensive medical benefits, including fertility benefits and a mental health counselor that is dedicated solely to DSST…