The Harker School seeks an Assistant Boys Volleyball Coach for our Upper School Athletic Program. The season begins in February and runs through May.
Pay Range: $17.55 - 25.00 per hour
Position Summary
Our coaches must be committed to the personal development of our student-athletes. This includes teaching them skills relating to the sport. As a coach, you must also help students develop a competitive nature, teach them about ethical behavior good sportsmanship, and assist in developing leadership and life skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assumes the responsibility for safely and effectively managing groups of students
- Organizes practice plans and game plans
- Communicates effectively with AD, other staff, students and parents
- Stays informed regarding weekly sports emails, updated developments and changes
- Follows all guidelines as expressed in Upper School Coaches Handbook
- Completes miscellaneous tasks and duties as requested
Other Duties and Responsibilities
- Attends coaches meetings and mandatory seasonal parent meetings
- Ensures students are participating in a fair and sportsmanlike manner
- Ensures safety and decorum of students while traveling to away games
- Maintains knowledge of league, section, and state bylaws pertaining to their sport
- Provides guideance for middle and/or lower school programs where applicable
- Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned
Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements
- Coaching students (Ages 13-19)
- Experience in or having a background in the sport interested in coaching
Working Conditions
- May be subject to extended periods of time standing or walking.
- Majority of time may be spent outside resulting in exposure to extremes in either heat or cold as weather and temperatures vary.
