Varsity Football Head Coach

TCA was founded on the purpose of educating and developing the whole person for the glory of God, we integrate faith with learning because we believe God created us in His image to be lovers and learners of Him, of our neighbors and of all creation. Our students are challenged academically through rigorous curriculum in 21st century classrooms. We are dedicated to preparing our students to pursue higher education at the country's most prestigious and challenging colleges and universities. Through a combination of called and caring teachers, low student turnover and active family involvement, the TCA experience is one of community. Families, faculty and students develop long-standing relationships built on a pursuit of excellence in every area and a shared commitment to Jesus Christ. Trinity Christian Academy is looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and knowledgeable employee to join our community who meets the following criteria:

• Has a desire to work in a private, Christian, independent, conservative, evangelical college preparatory school
• Must be a spiritually mature and sensitive individual who is active in their local Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with TCA’s Mission Statement and understands, supports and carries out the mission, philosophy, passion and core values of Trinity Christian Academy and is committed to seeing these Biblical truths become a reality in the lives of our students
• Exhibits the highest Christian virtue and personal decorum, serving as a Christian role model (1 Timothy 4:12) both in and out of school (Luke 6:40) and as an example to parents and fellow employees in judgment, dignity, respect, and Christian living
• Has a passion for their areas of specialty, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with parents, alumni and our TCA community
• Welcomes the opportunity to disciple and mentor students, helping develop godly character in their lives

We are looking for a dedicated coach and Christ follower to be the Varsity Football Program Head Coach for the 2025-26 school year. TCA’s Athletic Department utilizes sports and competition to teach transformational, life-giving biblical truths to each student-athlete. As the head football coach, you will direct Varsity and Middle School Football assistant coaches and student athletes as they build a football team that honors the Lord with all of their soul, mind and strength. The football program helps student athletes improve their football skills, reminds them of the importance of academics, instills a Christian work ethic (Col. 3:23) and helps strengthen their faith in Christ. 

General Responsibilities

• Lead TCA football teams with a positive, proactive attitude that reflects Christian principles
• Responsible for the overall development of TCA's Varsity football program, including coordination of a systematic progression of skill development between Middle School and Upper School
• Serve as Double-Goal Coach who strives to win, while pursuing the equally important goal of teaching life-lessons
• Develop a football program that emphasizes skill mastery and rewards great effort
• Cultivate the emotional health of the team with encouragement and positive reinforcement as the primary tool for motivation
• Partner with the Athletic Chaplain in leading the player development and discipleship program for TCA football
• Lead the development of TCA's youth football coaches through various camps, clinics and meetings
• Develop interest in TCA's football program with the lower and middle school students and parents
• Plan and implement schedules, team activities, practices, game plans, off-season training, summer activities, player development and discipleship in the Christian faith
• Prepare a playbook outlining terminology, strategies and philosophy for the TCA football program
• Coordinate, supervise and maintain all uniforms and equipment
• Set the schedule for practices and games for Varsity, JV, 9th and Middle School football teams
• Demonstrate the fruits of the spirit (Gal. 5:22-23) in daily work, and interactions with colleagues and others

Qualifications

• BA or BS required, with preference for background in education, sports science, kinesiology or the like
• A strong commitment to the positive development of the football program at TCA
• Ability to instill teamwork and community within a group of athletes pointing them to Christ
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience coaching high school boys in football
• Ability to build a good rapport with students and parents
• Played a college sport is preferred but not required
• Previous experience as a high school head coach or coordinator is preferred
• Familiarity with TAPPS rules for football is preferred
• Have a willing heart for service (Ephesians 6:7)
• Agree with and support TCA's Doctrinal, Biblical and Mission statements, passion, vision and  Christian values

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements

• Normal physical demands of coaching (including, but not limited to standing, reaching, stooping, squatting down, kneeling, running, throwing, bending, jumping and lifting)
• Possess excellent eye-hand, mind-eye coordination and physical dexterity
• Ability to work long hours, mostly outdoors; evening and weekend hours required
• Must be able to give, receive and analyze information, prepare written materials and input information into computer.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with colleagues, students and parents, answering questions in a professional and friendly manner.
• Willing to partner with parents to provide an exceptional education athletically, spiritually and socially; committed to educate and develop the whole person for the glory of God

Job Details

The intent of this posting is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

If you have applied for a position at TCA within the last 12 months, please contact Dina Brown and ask to have that application submitted for the new position that you are interested in. We encourage you to send a cover letter for the new position, as well as updated references and employment history, if applicable. Depending on the new position that you are applying for, we may have additional application questions that you will need to answer. If so, Dina will contact you.