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SalaryLocated at the foot of Lookout Mountain in beautiful Chattanooga, Tennessee, Chattanooga Christian School (CCS) is the area’s largest private school, enrolling over 1,400 students in grades PreK-12 across the CCS main campus and a micro-school campus. We are seeking a High School Assistant Football Coach to join our football coaching staff and school community for the 2024 - 25 season.
We believe the truth of scripture provides the framework through which all of reality can be understood. In concert with all other areas of school life, our academic and athletic programs prepare students to grow as lovers of God who seek truth, serve others, and steward creation and culture. We are committed to providing an environment that meets each student at their unique point of need and equips them for pursuit of their full, God-given potential. We are committed to the development and discipleship of the whole child, both within and outside of the classroom.
Note: Preference will be given to candidates who are able to fill an open faculty position.
PURPOSE/FUNCTION:
To create an environment that allows student athletes to develop to their full potential within a team context and in alignment with the school's mission:
Preparing students to lead and serve with distinction while representing Christ and His Kingdom in all areas of the home, church, society, and culture.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Evaluate individual student athletes and develop coaching plan that takes them from their point of need to their full potential.
Work closely with other coaches to develop coaching plans.
Develop individual and team skills through well-planned training and positive reinforcement.
Communicate proactively with student athletes and parents/guardians as appropriate regarding expectations, practice and game schedules.
May supervise student athletes before and after practice and games.
Issue equipment and uniforms to student athletes, ensuring all equipment is maintained properly and uniforms are returned at the end of the season.
Attend all games (both home and away) continuing through the conclusion of any post-season tournament(s) in which the team participates.
As necessary, set up facilities in preparation for practices, games, and events; ensure facilities are clean after practices, games, and events.
Conduct pre-season conditioning and practices, if applicable.
May operate school vehicle and transport student athletes to games/events.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Previous coaching and/or playing experience at the High School level.
A heart to positively influence young athletes.
Prior coordinating experience preferred.
Bachelors degree preferred.
Ability to exercise discretion and utmost professionalism in confidential & sensitive student/family matters.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
If required to drive a school vehicle, must have a valid driver's license and meet CCS's MVR guidelines.
Personal faith in Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission of Chattanooga Christian School, and agreement with the CCS Statement of Faith.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Requires the mobility to stand, stoop, reach and bend.
Requires the ability to stand for long periods.
Requires the ability to walk long distances.
Requires lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not typically exceed 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
