Girls Volleyball Coach (2026-2027)

FLAGSTAFF UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1
Job Description

Girls Volleyball Coach
2026 - 2027 School Year

Position Title: Girls Volleyball Coach
Department/Section: Mount Elden Middle School
Supervisor: Athletic Director/ Principal
Salary: Special Service Contract - $1,000.00

The girls' volleyball coach is responsible for leading, organizing, and developing a positive and competitive middle school athletic program. This role focuses on teaching fundamental skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and character while creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for student-athletes. Coaches work closely with the athletic director, the after school activities coordinator, school administration, staff, students, and families to support the overall mission of the school.

Job Summary:

• Plan, organize, and lead all practices and team activities
• Collaborate with other coaches
• Teach sport-specific fundamentals, rules, and strategies appropriate for middle school athletes
• Promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and respect at all times
• Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes growth, effort, and learning
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, matches, travel, and team events
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents/guardians, school staff, and administration
• Ensure compliance with school, league, and district policies and procedures
• Maintain attendance, equipment inventories, uniforms, and basic records as required
• Model professionalism and serve as a positive role model for students
• Prioritize student safety, including proper warm-ups, conditioning, and injury protocols

Qualifications:

• Experience coaching or participating in the sport at the youth, middle school, or higher level
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work positively with middle school-aged students
• Knowledge of age-appropriate training techniques and skill development
• Ability to manage team dynamics and support student growth both on and off the court
• Required background checks and district/school clearances
• Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred but not required
• Teaching or coaching experience preferred but not required

Working Conditions:

• Practices and matches occur after school hours and may include evenings and occasional weekends
• • Practices are Monday through Thursday from 3:30 - 5:00 pm
  • Matches are one day/week
  • • Due to our limited court space & time allocated for practices/matches, depending on how many student-athletes join, teams may only practice one time per week, with one match per week, equalling two days per week for the overall commitment.
  • No practices or matches on Fridays
• Work is performed indoors
• Physical activity is required, including standing, walking, running, and demonstrating skills
• Seasonal position aligned with the athletic calendar

High school diploma or equivalent certification required. All employees are subject to a criminal background check. The Flagstaff Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, gender expression, sexual orientation, military status, age, national origin, or disability.