Athletic Coach - High School Track & Field

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 in planning and organizing a season with purpose, and has a strong understanding of the sport and ability to teach and strategize with professionalism and maturity.

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 competive playing techniques to prepare them for events and competitions.  He/she is to motivate student atheletes to develop an appreciation of the sport. UCA recognizes our mission as 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.

Reports to:  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.

Season Dates: 02/01/2026 to 05/01/2026

Approximate Hours per Week: 12-18 Hours

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 contructive 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 sport
• Previous coaching experience at middle school or higher level preferred
• Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills.
• Successful completion of NFHS “Fundamental 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

A.        Displays a personal decorum that models professionalism, modesty, and good taste