Assistant Coach, Middle School Track

Job Description

Assistant Coach, Middle School Track at The Academy of Charter Schools, a PK‑12 public school of choice located in Westminster, Colorado. The Academy pairs a rigorous curriculum with opportunities for athletes to explore and develop their strengths, aiming to help all students become college‑ready citizens while fostering empowerment, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

SUMMARY
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Responsible for creating a safe and secure school environment, fostering an optimal learning setting, and acting as a deterrent to unsafe or poor behavior by patrolling the field, monitoring student behavior, enforcing school, district, and CHSAA policies, intervening in physical encounters, monitoring visitors, reporting unsafe or unhealthy conditions, and assisting administrators and/or public officials with emergency or investigative situations.

• A people‑first, relationship‑focused orientation.
• A growth mindset.
• A belief that all children can achieve at high levels.
• A passion for contributing to overall school success by working alongside and supporting others.
• A creative, innovative, and caring attitude.
• A spirit of openness, trust, and kindness.
• A dedication to data‑driven practices.
• A highly motivated work ethic and willingness to tackle challenges.
• Comfort with being flexible.
• A sense of humor.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge and experience with coaching (experience in the sport required, coaching experience preferred).
• 1 year registered CHSAA or PERM Coach certification.
• Current CPR, First Aid and AED certifications.
• Current CHSAA certifications required.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Copy of two current letters of recommendation and current certifications are highly recommended but not required with initial application.

• Stipend: $1,800.00 paid March – May 2026.
• PERA retirement benefits.
• Responsibilities for verifying experience rest with employee.
• Full‑time benefits package (plans, paid leave, etc.) as described on the Academy website.

Reports to:

Athletic Director and Head Athletic Coach. Direct reports:
None.

Additional responsibilities:
Provide purchase information to the Head Athletic Coach before any spend; final authorizer is the Athletic Director; manage cash collections and fund security; follow fundraising requirements as outlined by the Finance Department.

The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At The Academy, we know that diversity makes us stronger and challenges us to think differently every day. The Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability.