Douglas County School District·Highlands Ranch, Colorado
The coach is responsible for organizing and implementing a successful football program focused on academics and sportsmanship. They must collaborate with administrators, teachers, parents, and the community to represent the school with pride.
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Job Posting Title: Assistant Coach - Football - HS
An athletic coach with Douglas County School District will be charged with the organization and implementation of a successful program. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to develop a competitive program that is committed to the creation of student athletes who demonstrate a commitment to academics, strong fundamental skills, and sportsmanship. The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate with administrators, teachers, coaches, sponsors, students, parents, and members of the community to ensure that the school stands out with pride for our community. All applicants and district transfers need to apply online.
--- Previous coaching experience preferred.
Scheduled Hours Per Week: 0
$0.01 USD - $10,000.00 USD Stipend All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.
This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans. Time Off Plans: This position is eligible for paid sick time. This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: October 24, 2026
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and are preferred to have previous coaching experience. They must demonstrate the ability to develop a competitive program and foster strong fundamental skills in student athletes.
Market context
In Colorado, assistant football coach roles at the high school level are often tied to programs that value student development, school culture, and year-round collaboration. Competition can be strong because schools look for candidates who can support a competitive program while prioritizing academics and sportsmanship; previous coaching experience is preferred, and a high school diploma or equivalent is required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show teamwork, communication, and program support experience.