Athletic Coach - Junior High Cross

Position: Athletic Coach - Junior High Cross Country
# Athletic Coach - Junior High Cross Country
10900 Civic Center Dr.

- Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730## General Description The UCA Athletic Coach should have a worldview and vision for athletics in line with the school’s mission and vision statement. We are seeking a coach who is excited to grow and build the program, is excellent at planning and organizing a season with purpose, and has a strong understanding of the sport and the ability to teach and strategize with professionalism and maturity.
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* General Description:

** The Athletic Coach is responsible for organizing and executing their sport program at United Christian Academy.  He/she is responsible for coaching student athletes in competitive playing techniques to prepare them for events and competitions.  He/she is to motivate student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport. UCA recognizes our mission as an integral part of the 5-fold ministry given to the church in Ephesians 4:11-13.

As such, UCA coaches serve as ministers to help advance the mission and vision of United Christian Academy.
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** The head coach will report to the Athletic Director.  JV and Assistant coaches will collaborate with the head coach to build a school-wide program philosophy for the sport.## Qualifications & Responsibilities
** Minimum Qualifications & Training:
*** Must be a born-again Christian.
* Must be a credible Christian role model whose godly lifestyle and character demonstrate obedience to God and the Holy Bible.
* Must be able to support and comply with the school’s Statement of Faith and Christian Conduct.
* Must be a member of an evangelical, Bible-believing church.
* Must have sufficient health and physical endurance to be able to complete the assigned responsibilities.
* Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.
* Must have good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
* Able to work well independently, manage time well, and handle multiple tasks.
* Ability to follow verbal and written directions. Ability to receive and implement constructive feedback.
* Ability to work efficiently and quickly under pressure.
* Has a positive attitude toward work ethic, learning, and development.
* Self-motivated, creative, innovative, and strategic thinking ability.
* Ability to work well with children of various ages.
* Understands the importance of academic disciplines and issues.
* Consistent, reliable attendance at practices, games, and other events.
* Flexible and adaptive to change.
* High School Diploma
* Basic knowledge of rules and fundamentals for the sport
* Previous coaching experience at middle school or higher level preferred
* Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills.
* Successful completion of NFHS “Fundamentals of Coaching” and “First Aid, Health, & Safety for Coaches” courses
* First Aid/CPR Certificate.
* TB clearance within the last four years.
* Criminal Justice Fingerprint clearance.
* Mandated Reporter Training Course
* Sexual Harassment Training Course
* Other trainings as assigned
** Part 1:  Personal and Spiritual Responsibilities
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Displays a personal decorum that models professionalism, modesty, and good taste

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Models Christian virtues in attitude, speech, and action
* Exhibits the fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22,23)
* Models and cultivates habits of prayer, faith, and encouragement
* Commits and contributes to a local church

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Maintains good attendance and physical endurance to fulfill job duties

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Uses professional  etiquette appropriate for a Christian school
* Shows a positive, cheerful attitude with parents, students, and staff
* Shows integrity in dealing with confidential information

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Models Sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards other players, officials, and spectators.

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Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities.
** Part 2:  Duties / Responsibilities
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Reinforces a Christ-centered, competitive culture of athletics to coaches, faculty/staff, student-athletes, parents, and those outside of our school

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Prepares and executes practice sessions for the team

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Assess student-athletes’ skills and…