Valor Christian High School Careers

Description

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Head Coach - Girls Swim+Dive
This position offices in-person, on campus

ROLE SUMMARY

A Head Coach of Valor Christian Athletics exists to prepare tomorrow’s leaders to transform the world for Christ within the platform of the sport. As a committed follower of Jesus Christ, the Coach will provide excellent support of the program including intentional development of the athletes’ faith in Jesus Christ and excellence in Christian Character, while instilling great work habits, and teaching, stressing and monitoring the primacy of Academics. The Head Girls Swim+Dive Coach is responsible for the strategic development and management of a world-class Girls Swim+Dive program. Success of this position will be measured both by individual and team goals. Valor seeks to continually advance the passions and dreams of each student athlete to compete at the highest level possible. 

Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school’s Statement of Beliefs. They are both called and committed to the school’s vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work. You will be most successful if you have a true servant’s heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school’s beliefs and values.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ

• Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity
  
• Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships and daily work
  
• Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service
  
• Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions

Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor Christian High School

• Accept and uphold Valor’s values and beliefs as found in the Statement of Beliefs, Christian Community Policy, and Valor Culture Document
• Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor’s Annual Statement of Commitment
• Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission
• Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work

Provide Intentional Development of Athletes’ Faith and Christian Character

• Develop and execute Spiritual and Character Development Plan
• Facilitate the athletes’ development of their God-given abilities to the fullest in both life and on the field
• Be a positive Christian role model for all the student-athletes at the school
• Actively foster relationships to establish team and coach buy-in.
• Conduct proactive conversations and planning with coaches to further develop understanding and trust.

Demonstrate Excellent “Follow”-ship and Leadership in sport and the Athletic Department

• Support the Team Plan set the Head Coach and be responsible for its execution
• Partner in the development and implementation of daily practices
• Film breakdown and game analysis
• Scouting of upcoming opponents and implementation of game plan  

Partner Exceptionally with Community of Support Available in Valor Athletics

• Be committed to partnering with parents
• Support athletes in being their best physically through the Valor Performance and Valor Sports Medicine programs
• Assist athletes and families in College Recruiting process with the College Recruiting Coordinator, when applicable
• Know and understand CHSAA rules and regulations with Director of CHSAA Compliance
• Be a contributing member of the Valor Coaches Association by attending VCA events

Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate

• Uphold and embody Valor’s culture as set forth in the Valor Culture Document
  
• Model servant leadership, grace and love in all relationships and interactions
  
• Develop relationships with colleagues with goals of teamwork, relational unity and spiritual growth
  
• Provide team support regarding all matters, processes and initiatives
  
• Demonstrate loyalty to teammates in action and word
  
• Lead and Assist Team members to facilitate school-wide wins

Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor’s Vision and Mission

• Assume collaborative responsibility for Operating Plan Goals and Fiscal stewardship
• Be a ‘culture- keeper’

Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth

• Participate in Valor Team meetings, Valor Coaches Association, Chapel and weekly meetings with Team/Supervisor
• Demonstrate teachability and receptive to feedback
• Pursue professional/personal/spiritual growth and development
• Participate in the broader ministry of Valor by contributing of time, talent and treasure beyond assigned role responsibilities

RELATIONSHIPS

• Athletic Director
• Assistant Athletic Directors
• Head Coaches
• Director of Performance / Performance coach assistants
• Head of Sports Medicine
• Parents
• All Student Athletes

RESULTS

Excel in upholding the following Valor Athletic Core Values and Outcomes:

• Strengthen our Athletes’ Faith in Jesus Christ
• Develop Excellence in Christian Character, which is based on the life and teaching of Jesus Christ
• Instill great work habits in all of our athletes
• Teach, stress, and monitor the primacy of academics

Outcomes:

• Every student-athlete has an exceptional experience being involved in Valor Athletics.
• Every student-athlete grows in his or her faith because of participating in Valor Athletics.
• Every student-athlete has a mentoring/discipleship connection with an adult in the Valor Athletic program
• Valor teams are highly successful (competitive excellence)
• Every sport at Valor serves as a marquee attraction for students.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous outstanding experience in coaching swimming and overseeing diving

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The same basic physical demands described here are the same for all employees to successfully perform the essential functions of their jobs. Employees must periodically lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and could occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are varied and include classroom, office, and outdoor events while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is also varied.

POSITION TYPE: Seasonal, Stipend

HOURS PER WEEK: Part-time. Not Benefit Eligible

SUPERVISOR: Athletic Director

PAY RANGE: $5,000-$9,000 (Stipend)

START DATE: 10/1/24