Athletic Coaches

Dawson, a K-12 independent school of 535 students located east of Boulder on a beautiful 112-acre campus, seeks Athletic Coaches for various sports. The role of our coaching staff is to motivate an individual/team by improving the performance and skills of our athletes by conducting training sessions, coordination practice drills, and providing guidance. The school community is engaged, collaborative, and committed to the healthy development and education of all its students.

Mission Statement

Dawson School is dedicated to excellence of mind, body, and character. We prepare students, through challenging and relevant learning, to become creative, resilient problem-solvers who bring their best to the world.

Assistant Basketball Coach - November 18, 2024 to March 8, 2025
JV Head Baseball Coach - February 24, 2025 to May 24, 2025
Head Middle School Girls' Lacrosse Coach - March 3, 2025 to May 9, 2025
Assistant Middle School Girls' Lacrosse Coach - March 3, 2025 to May 9, 2025
Assistant Canoe & Kayak Coach - February 24, 2025 to May 24, 2025

Practices are everyday during the week with an occasional Saturday practice or game.

Middle School practices are from 2:30-3:30pm and Upper School practices are from 3:45-5:45 pm

Qualifications

A strong desire to mentor and work with middle school and high school students.
Must work collaboratively with the athletic department and staff members.
Previous playing and/or coaching experience preferred.
Considerable knowledge of the game.
Have a positive attitude and excellent work ethic.
Communicate effectively, collaborate, and work positively as a member of a team.
Valid driver’s license and authorization to work in the United States.

The salary for these temporary positions is $1,500 to $2,000 stipend. Compensation is commensurate with experience. These positions are not eligible for benefits.

Interested candidates should go to the Dawson website (www.dawsonschool.org), and click on ABOUT at the top of the page, click on Careers, scroll to the middle of the page, click the link under View Current Job Openings and select the Athletic Coaches posting to apply for these position. Only online applications will be accepted. No phone calls please.

Please contact our Athletic Director (Mike Jacobsma) at mjacobsma@dawsonschool.org with interest and questions.

Dawson School Diversity Statement:

Dawson is united in nurturing a culture of belonging that embraces diversity of thought, experience, identity, and passion.

Dawson actively promotes and embraces the exchange of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds through curricular design, community involvement, and the integration of our four virtues –- respect, compassion, courage, and integrity — into every aspect of our community life. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or religion, as well as to cultivate in each student the ability to make empathetic, socially responsible decisions.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

By my submission of my application, I acknowledge and certify that the information herein is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize the employer to investigate any information, including my employment history, educational background, credit history and record of criminal convictions that it believes is relevant to my employment application. My former employers, educational institutions, and personal references may provide information that they may have about me in response to inquiry from the employer. I understand that an offer of employment by the school is contingent upon obtaining reference information learned through the reference check process as well as upon the successful completion of a criminal history check. I understand that false information, omissions or misleading information or misrepresentations given in my application or during the interview process may result in a refusal to hire, or discharge in the event of employment. I understand that I shall be required to provide unexpired documentation establishing my legal authorization for employment within the first three days of my employment. I understand that if employed, my employment will be at will and that I will not have a guarantee of employment. The School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and shall treat all employees and all applicants for the employment equally and fairly based upon job related qualifications and in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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