6th Grade Volleyball Assistant Coach

About the role

The Girls 6th Grade Volleyball Coach will help direct the 6th grade volleyball program at the middle school level, implementing teaching and coaching philosophies consistent with the Walla Walla School District and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) mission statements.

Responsibilities

• Instruct participants in individual, group, and team techniques, tactics, and physical training necessary for success.
• Communicate a clearly defined philosophy emphasizing ethical competition, sportsmanship, leadership, and citizenship with students, parents, staff, and community members.
• Utilize effective coaching techniques for skill development, strategy, and interpersonal team relations.
• Develop and promote high-level performance expectations for all players and coaches.
• Support and help implement the established off-season strength, conditioning, and skills development program.

Requirements

• Teaching certificate and experience strongly preferred.
• Previous experience coaching competitive volleyball for girls ages fourteen to eighteen.
• Two years as a head volleyball coach or assistant coach, or experience coaching volleyball at the college level.
• Successful experience teaching technical sports/volleyball skills to secondary school student athletes.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to effectively carry out the duties of the volleyball program as established by the High School Principal, Athletic Director, and policies of the Walla Walla School District.
• Verified coaching techniques in scope and sequence of skill development, safety, teamwork, strategy, interpersonal relations, routine training, practice, and game organization.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, parents, assistant coaches, administrators, staff, and community; effective public relations skills.
• Evidence of short- and long-term organization and management skills.
• Evidence of being a positive role model.
• Clearly defined philosophy for the coaching level applied for.
• Professional integrity, vigor, flexibility, and enthusiasm.

Licenses/Special Requirements

• WIAA certification and compliance with WIAA and district rules and regulations.
• Must meet the age requirements of WIAA applicable to this position.
• During any three-year period of coaching, a minimum of 15 clock hours shall be completed by all high school coaches.
• Possess current First Aid/CPR cards and be versed in related preventative health and training standards.
• Meet and maintain coaching standards as determined by the District and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association.
• Completed Employment Application/Background Check.
• Resume of education, experience, and references to include three current recommendations.