Description
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Head Coach – Girls Volleyball
This position offices in-person, on campus
ROLE SUMMARY
A Head Coach of Valor Christian Athletics exists to prepare tomorrow’s leaders to transform the world for Christ within the platform of the sport. As a committed follower of Jesus Christ, the Coach will provide excellent leadership of the program including intentional development of the athletes’ faith in Jesus Christ and excellence in Christian Character, while instilling great work habits, and teaching, stressing and monitoring the primacy of Academics.
The Head Coach – Girls Volleyball is responsible for the strategic development and management of a world-class Girls Volleyball program. Success of this position will be measured by individual and team goals as well as program excellence. Valor Christian seeks to continually advance the passions and dreams of each student-athlete to compete at the highest level possible.
Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school’s Statement of Beliefs. They are both called and committed to the school’s vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work. You will be most successful if you have a true servant’s heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school’s beliefs and values.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ
- Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity
- Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships and daily work
- Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service
- Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor Christian High School
- Accept and uphold Valor’s values and beliefs as found in the Statement of Beliefs, Christian Community Policy, and Valor Culture Document
- Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor’s Annual Statement of Commitment
- Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission
- Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work
Provide Comprehensive Leadership and Ongoing Excellence of the Girls Volleyball Program
- Design, implement, and continuously evaluate a comprehensive Girls Volleyball program plan that encompasses in-season competition, off-season skill development and performance training, and long-term strategic growth to ensure sustained program success and visibility
- Oversee the holistic, year-round development of all Girls Volleyball athletes at all levels through tailored technical training, mindset coaching, film analysis, and individualized growth planning during both in-season and off-season periods with the end goal of all athletes experiencing sport as an act of worship to the Lord
- Establish unified systems of play, culture standards, and skill benchmarks to create a cohesive and progressive Girls Volleyball program across all levels
Provide Intentional Development of Athletes’ Faith and Christian Character
- Develop and execute a Spiritual and Character Development Plan
- Be a positive Christian role model for all the student-athletes at the school
- Actively foster relationships to establish team and coach buy-in.
- Conduct proactive conversations and planning with coaches to further develop understanding and trust
Demonstrate Excellent “Follow”-ship and Leadership in sport and the Athletic Department
- Support and execute the Athletic Handbook, as outlined by the Athletic Director
- Fulfill the mission, vision, core values, and distinctives of Valor Christian High School
- Provide a safe and secure environment for all student-athletes to grow athletically, spiritually, and academically
- Uphold Biblical values and be willing to be accountable to those values
- Use clear and compassionate communication
- Provide and participate in coaching development and discipleship
- In collaboration with Athletic Leadership, hire Girls Volleyball assistant coaches and play an active role in their development
Partner Exceptionally with Community of Support Available in Valor Athletics
- Be committed to partnering with parents
- Support athletes in being their best physically through the Valor Sports Science Department
- Assist athletes and families in College Recruiting process with the Assistant Athletic Director - Athlete Development, when applicable
- Serve as the leader of the Girls Volleyball summer camp programs
- Know and understand CHSAA rules and regulations with Director of CHSAA Compliance
- Be a contributing member of the Valor Coaches Association by attending VCA events
Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate
- Uphold and embody Valor’s culture as set forth in the Valor Culture Document
- Model servant leadership, grace and love in all relationships and interactions
- Develop relationships with colleagues with goals of teamwork, relational unity and spiritual growth
- Provide team support regarding all matters, processes and initiatives
- Demonstrate loyalty to teammates in action and word
- Lead and assist team members to facilitate school-wide wins
Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor’s Vision and Mission
- Assume collaborative responsibility for Operating Plan Goals and fiscal stewardship
- Be a ‘culture- keeper’
Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth
- Participate in Valor Team meetings, Valor Coaches Association, Chapel and weekly meetings with Team/Supervisor
- Demonstrate teachability and receptivity to feedback
- Pursue professional/personal/spiritual growth and development
- Participate in the broader ministry of Valor by the contributing of time, talent and treasure beyond assigned role responsibilities
RELATIONSHIPS
- Athletic Director
- All Student-Athletes
- Assistant Athletic Directors
- Girls Volleyball Assistant Coaches
- Director of Sports Science and Performance Coaches
- Parents
- Head Coach Colleagues
RESULTS
Excel in upholding the following Valor Athletic Core Values and Outcomes
Core Values
- Honor Jesus in Everything We Do
- Students First
- Attract, Develop and Retain Outstanding Christian Faculty and Staff
- Relentlessly Provide Exceptional Programs and Resources
- Build Our Vision on a Solid Business Foundation
- Partner with Parents
Outcomes:
- Every student-athlete has an exceptional experience being involved in Valor Athletics
- Every student-athlete grows in his or her faith because of participating in Valor Athletics
- Every student-athlete has a mentoring/discipleship connection with an adult in the Valor Athletic program
- Every athletic program seeks to be highly successful and displays competitive excellence annually
- Every athletic program serves as a marquee attraction for students
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Previous outstanding experience in coaching Volleyball
- Demonstrated ability to lead others at a high level and appropriately manage a large team of assistant coaches
- Desire to run efficient and effective practices while balancing the academic load of our student-athletes
- Experience in mentoring student-athletes
- Unwavering commitment and demonstrated success in integrating a faith-filled, Christ-centric process as the foundation of the program
- Must be able to relate with high school athletes
- Ability to effectively communicate with parents and other coaches
- Commitment to providing an exceptional customer experience for our student-athletes and their families
- Ability and willingness to make difficult decisions and deliver the truth with an appropriate measure of grace
- Strong organizational skills, ability to multitask
- Ability to maintain trust and confidentiality in all matters of school business
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The same basic physical demands described here are the same for all employees to successfully perform the essential functions of their jobs. Employees must periodically lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and could occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics are varied and include classroom, office, and outdoor events while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is also varied.
POSITION TYPE: (Full-Time Coach) A: Student-facing position. Traditional school calendar. August – May. This position offices in-person, on campus
HOURS PER WEEK: Full-Time, Exempt
SUPERVISOR: Athletic Director
BENEFITS:
- Paid holidays and sick leave
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 403(B) Retirement Plan with immediate vesting and employer contribution matching
- Professional development opportunities
- Three on-campus dining options for daily lunch
PAY RANGE: $50,000 - $62,500/year
START DATE: March 24th, 2026