Girls Volleyball Head Coach

POSITION: DSST Sports Coach

GRADE LEVEL:High School

LOCATION: DSST Elevate 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

• Girls Volleyball Head Coach 

• Season Dates: 8/4/2025 - 11/1/2025 (Off season and small summer work)

• Stipend Amount: $2,130

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 processhere. 

WHY JOIN DSST?

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. We want this work to be your life’s work. Check out why our teachers love working at DSST as well as our benefits website to learn how we deliver on our commitment to the human condition. 

• 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 staff.

• Time Off: DSST Staff enjoy 11+ weeks off per year + paid PTO (from Day 1!)

• Professional Development: As a learning organization, DSST values both internal and external development opportunities for staff. See some examples below:

  • DSST Back to School Development Series including New Staff Institute, New Educator Institute, New Leader Institute, Leader You, and Teaching & Learning Institute. 

  • Weekly 1:1 Coaching from a School Administrator at your campus. 

  • Clear internal career pathway opportunities such as our Apprentice Teachers, Emerging Leaders, and School Director in Training Programs. Read more here.

• And more!

DSST COMMUNITY REFERRAL PROGRAM

Not a best fit role for you but know someone else who would be a great fit? Refer themhere and earn $500 if they are hired! 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, National origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), Age (40 and older), Disability, Genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.