Head Coach Upper School Girls Volleyball Novice

Description

At Pacific Ridge School, our mission statement drives all of our work: In a community that fosters academic excellence, ethical responsibility and global engagement, Pacific Ridge School prepares students for college and a purposeful life.

We believe that interscholastic athletic competition provides educational value and prepares students for a successful and purposeful life. Participation in athletics helps students learn, grow, and have fun while striving to win through developing important physical, mental, and emotional skills. Athletics also plays an important role in creating a strong sense of belonging and pride in our community. Our programs provide a positive experience in which student-athletes learn the core values of commitment, community, integrity, respect, accountability, and passion.

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is to coach, advise, supervise, and care for student-athletes. This position is for the Fall season and will work in partnership with the varsity head coach to ensure alignment with the direction and philosophy of the girls volleyball program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to, the following)

• Coach and oversee (Upper School) Girls Novice Volleyball Team.
• Embrace the School’s athletic philosophy while helping students develop their understanding of the school’s core values.
• Strive for competitive excellence while growing and building the volleyball culture in our community.
• Teach volleyball players the skills, techniques, rules, and regulations, and ensure compliance of rules and regulations.
• Plan, direct, and administer policies, practices, and game-day management.
• Be responsible for the general health and welfare of student-athletes and give appropriate attention to student-athletes who are injured and or ill. This includes communicating all injuries to the Athletic Trainer.
• Partner with the Athletic Trainer to ensure student-athletes receive proper care.
• Ensure appropriate safety measures are observed when conducting team activities.
• Be responsible for the actions and conduct of the team whenever they are under your supervision.
• Work with the head varsity coach on the selection and scheduling of team contests.
• Work within budgetary guidelines and policies established by the Finance department and the Director of Athletics.
• Coordinate all activities in preparation for scheduled competition (set-up and breakdown of facility).
• Attend all team practices and home and away contests.
• Understand and uphold the guidelines in the coaching manual and the parent and player athletic handbook.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred
• 2+ years of volleyball coaching experience preferred
• Collegiate level athlete or higher preferred
• Current involvement in coaching club volleyball is preferred

Preferred Skills

The School seeks to hire someone who takes initiative and responsibility for developing, nurturing, and growing our volleyball programs. A strong candidate will be extremely organized and will have the ability to multitask and prioritize assignments. Additionally, the Coach should be prepared to work on a high-performing team and have demonstrated the ability to maintain a positive attitude in all situations. The Coach should also be able to communicate effectively with all school constituents and display strong, positive interpersonal skills.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday; 2-hour block within 3:30 PM-7:30 PM time frame. (some weekends and extended hours may be required)

Pay

Hourly rate: $17 - $20 (season payout range: $2,000 - $2,500) depending on experience