Fort Bend Christian Academy is seeking an Assistant Coach who views athletics as a vital ministry. We believe sports offer a unique opportunity to glorify God and enjoy Him by discipling players, striving for excellence in competition, loving our neighbors through sportsmanship, and sending our student-athletes out as servant leaders into the world.
Job Title: Assistant Coach
Reports to: Assigned Campus Principal and Head Coach
Mission Alignment: Will be in 100% agreement with Fort Bend Christian Academy’s purpose and mission, Statement on Marriage, Gender, and Sexuality, and the school's Doctrinal Statement.
Spiritual Maturity: Shall be one who follows Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior and can articulate the Gospel and their testimony in any situation.
Church Involvement: Has a strong history of active participation in a church with doctrine and beliefs aligned with the school’s statements.
Discipleship Mindset: Will provide examples of using their specific sport to disciple young people and point them toward Christ (Proverbs 22:6).
Experience: Has proven success and technical knowledge in their sport at the varsity, sub-varsity, or middle school level.
Education: Shall be a college graduate (preferred) passionate about the school’s mission and good stewardship of their gifts and talents.
Gospel Integration: Systematically create opportunities to share the Gospel and grow disciples through practices and games (Matthew 4:19).
Excellence for God: Coach in a way that gives glory to God, maintaining high standards of effort and attitude (Colossians 3:23).
Role Modeling: Serve as a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions both on and off the field/court.
Community Impact: Create opportunities to use the sport as a vehicle to love our neighbors and serve the community (Mark 12:31).
Discipleship Execution: Support the Head Coach’s systematic plan for using the game to disciple athletes daily.
Program Support: Assist in the oversight of the program, including promotion, practice execution, and maintaining student eligibility.
Equipment Management: Assist in the cleaning, repair, and secure storage of team equipment and uniforms.
Compliance: Ensure personal and team compliance with all TAPPS regulations and school policies.
Seasonal Participation: Assist with preseason, in-season, postseason, and offseason plans, including participation in summer camps as required.
Administrative Assistance: Assist the Head Coach with administrative tasks, such as tracking statistics, managing travel logistics, or coordinating sub-varsity game needs.
Environment: Ability to sit and stand for extended periods in both indoor and outdoor environments (subject to weather conditions).
Physicality: Ability to bend, stoop, walk, and frequently lift/move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
Note: This is an exempt assignment. Specific hours and months of service are determined by the athletic season and the requirements of the specific sports program.