Athletic Coach SY26-27 (Volleyball)

About the Role

Summit Public Schools believes that all students should pursue their passions, and athletics is one of many ways students can explore them. As a public charter school, our athletics program compliments our academic programming. We are looking for Athletic Coaches who are passionate about educational equity and college for all and developing young adult leadership and teamwork skills. Our coaches should recognize the role that sports and physical education play in enhancing a student's sense of belonging to the school community.

Responsibilities

• Develop a team/program that is values driven and supports school mission of College, Character, and Community
• Model behaviors and the values of Summit Public Schools
• Supervision and administration of the team
• Work with the athletic director on team budget, including fundraising efforts
• Uniform and equipment maintenance and tracking and plan the end of season awards program
• Communication with parents and students
• Help with the scheduling for a full season of athletic events, including officials and facilities
• Provide instruction to student-athletes on the fundamentals, details, and strategies of the sport

Qualifications

• Commitment to uphold Summit's values, belief that all children deserve a rigorous and equitable education that prepares them for college and for life
• A passion for education and physical education/sports
• Prior coaching experience is preferred
• Clear health and background check

Who You Are

• You maintain high expectations for all students and believe all students can find success in school, college, and life
• You thrive while collaborating and are excited to work with your colleagues
• You find positivity in shared successes
• You're deeply dedicated to social justice and feel motivated by the challenge and impact of working in a heterogenous community and closing the achievement gap
• You share our vision to reimagine what schools should be and are excited to make an impact on the public education landscape
• You possess strong relationship skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, develop, and communicate with a diverse group of students
• You are positive and resilient in the face of big challenges
• You possess outstanding organizational skills and have a passion for the details
• You are empathetic and culturally competent
• You're open to having hard conversations
• You thrive in innovative environments, and are comfortable with the ambiguity that can come with a dynamic and progressive workplace

Pay

$2000 for the season

Schedule

Schedules vary by team. Coaches will run 2-3 practices per week and must be available for all games. Exact schedule will vary based on coach's availability.