Middle School 8th Grade Volleyball Coach

About the position

The Middle School 8th Grade Volleyball Coach is responsible for coaching and developing student-athletes in volleyball, ensuring their safety and well-being during practices and competitions. This part-time position involves planning practices, overseeing team activities, maintaining records, and fostering a positive sports environment. The coach will work closely with the Athletic Director and other staff to promote a comprehensive athletic program.

Responsibilities

• Coach individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in volleyball.
• Plan and organize an in-season practice schedule and an out-of-season voluntary workout program with the Athletic Director.
• Provide a comprehensive in-season and out-of-season youth program for the development of student-athletes.
• Oversee the safety conditions of the facility during practices and competitions.
• Maintain accurate statistics, records, and results of the season, including entering scores into the MHSAA website.
• Enforce discipline and sportsmanlike behavior among team members.
• Maintain competency in rules and coaching techniques in compliance with MHSAA regulations.
• Establish eligibility criteria for interscholastic competition.
• Work closely with the athletic trainer on injury prevention and follow-up.
• Schedule scrimmages and interscholastic contests with the Athletic Director.
• Secure the school facility after events and ensure team members are supervised.
• Be responsible for the safety and well-being of team members.
• Behave in an exemplary manner at all times.
• Directly supervise team members at home and away events.
• Recommend purchases of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Distribute and collect uniforms and equipment, ensuring accountability for inventory.
• Develop a public communications procedure to inform parents and the community about the athletic program.
• Complete all MHSAA related rules and safety meetings/trainings as required.
• Coordinate annual fundraising events following district policies.
• Ensure no individual without a volunteer application supervises team members.
• Follow district purchasing and fundraising guidelines and complete necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Assist students in reaching their fullest potential through skill application.
• Reserve facilities and coordinate transportation arrangements as necessary.
• Provide leadership and be a positive role model for student-athletes.
• Show respect for opposing teams, officials, and others.
• Maintain the integrity of the competition and basic values.
• Provide constructive criticism and reprimanding when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid teaching certificate and experience in teaching preferred.
• Prior experience at the middle school level preferred.
• Certification and experience in first-aid and CPR preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in coaching volleyball at the middle school level.
• Strong communication skills with students, parents, and community members.
• Ability to apply current research and theory in coaching.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule