INTERIM Assistant Girls Volleyball Coach
Waterford Public SchoolsDescription
Waterford Public Schools has a vacancy for a team-oriented individual. Waterford Public Schools is seeking a passionate, reliable, and positive Interim Girls Volleyball Coach at Waterford High School effective for the Fall 2026–2027 season.
This temporary position will lead either our Junior Varsity (JV) or Freshman team, with the final placement determined by the candidate’s coaching experience, skill set, and organizational fit. As an interim coach, you will be responsible for fostering a competitive, supportive, and growth-oriented environment that prepares student-athletes for varsity-level play and instills life skills through sportsmanship.
Waterford Public Schools serves approximately 2,400 students in grades PK-12. Our district is actively seeking to recruit qualified applicants from a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so as to promote a diverse applicant pool for administrative, faculty, and staff positions to better serve our students’ multiple identities and to bring a broader range of experiences into our district to continue to enhance the teaching and learning for ALL. Waterford’s Mission and Strategic Plan guide us as we take action to engage all voices to examine practices, imagine possibilities and create an equitable, diverse community with “Excellence in Every School. Inspiring Every Child.”
The District’s facilities include three elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. The Waterford community strongly supports the public schools and has high expectations for staff and students. According to the State of Connecticut Next Generation Performance Accountability System, Waterford Public Schools ranks in the top third of K-12 school districts in the state. The Waterford Board of Education is a nine-member elected body.
Key Responsibilities
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Team Leadership: Plan, organize, and execute daily practices focused on fundamental skill development, volleyball IQ, and team strategy.
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Game Management: Coach all scheduled games, tournaments, and scrimmages, managing playing time and in-game adjustments effectively.
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Player Development: Provide constructive feedback to athletes to improve individual skills, rotational awareness, and physical conditioning.
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Collaboration: Work closely with the Interim Varsity Head Coach to ensure alignment with the overall program philosophy, terminology, and defensive/offensive systems.
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Safety & Supervision: Ensure student-athlete safety at all times during practices, games, and transit. Maintain inventory of team equipment and first-aid kits.
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Communication: Maintain professional and timely communication with players, parents, the athletic director, and opposing coaches regarding schedules, expectations, and team rules.
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Character Building: Model and promote good sportsmanship, academic accountability, and the school’s code of conduct.
Qualifications
EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:
- CT Coaching Certification Required.
- Ability to obtain or possess current CPR/First Aid/AED certification
Experience: Previous competitive volleyball experience (as a coach or high-level player).
Availability: Must be available for all weekday afternoon/evening practices and game schedules, including occasional weekend matches, for the duration of the Fall 2026 season.
Please Note: This is a one-season, interim appointment strictly for the 2026–2027 fall season. The position will conclude at the end of the season and will not be available for the following year.