About STEM School Highlands Ranch

At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we place innovation at the heart of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world. As a K-12 public charter school in the Douglas County School District, we are committed to creating an environment that fosters respect, success, and continuous improvement. We welcome you to join us in our mission to redefine limits and unleash potential. 

Our Core Values:

Prioritize Students – Every decision we make is focused on ensuring students thrive, lead, and succeed. The community that surrounds students exists for the purpose of their growth and development.

Build a Strong Community – We are more than a school, we are a community. We all have equal value and seek to encourage each other to maximize our unique strengths, gifts, and passions. The true power of a charter school is in the strength of its community.

Do Right, Always – Honesty, trust, and ethical decision-making guide our actions, fostering respect, accountability, and a safe environment, even in challenging circumstances or when recognition is absent.

Embrace Innovation – Never Stop Innovating. Innovation thrives on continuous growth, bold problem-solving, and a willingness to push boundaries, transforming ideas into meaningful progress.

Take Steady Steps – We play the long game with people and projects by implementing strategic planning, clear communication, systems and process, ample resources, and appropriate pacing - setting a strong foundation for a supportive environment for our community to thrive.

Lead With Care – Dedicated to making a difference through personal ownership, care, and compassion, creates lasting impact in our students, colleagues, and community.

Elevate the Standard – A commitment to continuous growth, where skills are refined, applied, and adapted to achieve the highest standards and empower everyone to reach their fullest potential.

Laugh Together – Having fun makes the team work! Creating an environment where joy is encouraged. Strengthens our teams, fosters a positive culture, and fuels creativity, making everyone feel valued, energized, and motivated to contribute.

Position Overview:

STEM School Highlands Ranch is seeking a dynamic and student-centered Girls Varsity Basketball Coach to lead and develop a competitive high school basketball program that reflects the values and mission of our school community.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to build a positive, inclusive, and growth-oriented culture focused on academic excellence, character development, leadership, sportsmanship, and athletic achievement.

Position Summary

The Head Girls Basketball Coach is responsible for the organization, development, and implementation of all aspects of the girls basketball program. This includes establishing a clear program vision, leading player development, coordinating offseason training opportunities, fostering a positive team culture, and supervising assistant coaches.

The ideal candidate will possess strong basketball knowledge, leadership skills, and a passion for mentoring student-athletes. They will be committed to supporting the growth of students both on and off the court while representing STEM School Highlands Ranch with professionalism and integrity.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive vision for the girls basketball program.
• Plan and conduct practices that promote skill development, teamwork, and competitive excellence.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and student-centered team culture.
• Support the academic success, character development, and well-being of student-athletes.
• Coordinate offseason training, camps, and player development opportunities.
• Recruit, supervise, and collaborate with assistant coaches.
• Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, school personnel, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all CHSAA, district, and school policies and regulations.
• Promote sportsmanship, leadership, and positive representation of STEM School Highlands Ranch.
• Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, counselors, and athletic department staff to support student success.
• Attend required meetings, professional development opportunities, and athletic department events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience at the high school, club, collegiate, or equivalent competitive level.
• Demonstrated commitment to developing the whole student-athlete.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Experience building and sustaining a positive team culture.
• Commitment to academic accountability and student well-being.
• Ability to engage families and foster strong community relationships.
• Knowledge of and compliance with CHSAA rules and regulations.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for 90 minutes.
• Ability to run short distances.
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting.

Compensation:

This position is a stipend-based coaching role of $3,000/year.