Head Volleyball Coach

JOB TITLE:  HEAD VOLLEYBALL  COACH  (Prefer position be tied to a contracted teaching position)

REQUIREMENTS:                    

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid, current Nebraska teaching certificate
• Previous teaching and head coaching experience preferred
• First aid and CPR desired
• Knowledge of state and conference rules and regulations
• Ability to articulate a comprehensive vision for a program which encompasses the development of skills, citizenship, and character.   

REPORTS TO:  Building Principal and Athletic Director                                                                                                                                                          

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:  Building Principal and Athletic Director   

JOB GOAL:  To organize and conduct a learning program which enables students to improve physical fitness, sportsmanship, and coordination and develop in the athlete the rules and skills in each particular sport.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Nine month contract; salary and work year to be established by the Board of Education

EVALUATION:  Evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of our Personnel Evaluation Policies

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:        

• Teaches basic, fundamental skills; develops advanced skills
• Develops positive personality traits in students, such as self-esteem, confidence, punctuality and loyalty
• Instills character in students; a sense of fair play and a positive attitude toward winning and losing
• Provides opportunities that will allow the program to serve as a positive learning environment where students may cope with challenges and handle situations similar to those encountered under conditions prevailing in the contemporary world
• Improves the physical condition of students
• Follows an inclusive philosophy, allowing each student to participate, develop and learn
• Obeys and respects decisions of referees and officials
• Sets an example of exemplary behavior at all times
• Cooperates with teaching staff; observes eligibility requirements for participating students
• Records attendance and identifies performance expectations for each student athlete
• Encourages students to participate in more extracurricular activities and stay connected to their school to build “esprit de corps” and develop a more rounded student athlete.
• Checks equipment out and in, keeping records of damage and losses
• Recommends equipment and supply budget to principal
• Attends professional meetings; keeps abreast of new developments and strategies in the sport
• Maintains proper endorsements/authorization through attendance and participation in meetings, workshops and courses
• Collaborates with community members and community agencies to positively promote the program.
• Performs other duties within the scope of employment and certification as assigned by the appropriate administrator