Girls Volleyball Assistant Coaches - Fall 2026
About the role
The Latin School of Chicago seeks qualified coaches for the upcoming fall season to join its dedicated staff. The school boasts a strong, rich, and successful athletic tradition and is looking for coaches who can contribute to an education-based athletic program.
Responsibilities
- Build an attitude of camaraderie, motivation, and team spirit where team members cheer, challenge, and support each other.
- Plan, organize, and implement the teaching of fundamentals, strategies, rules, and proper conditioning in the assigned sport.
- Model attitudes and practices that exemplify the benefits of hard work, sacrifices aimed toward long-term goals, the value of learning to strive and compete fully, and the appreciation of challenge.
- Develop a working knowledge of the principles of the Positive Coaching Alliance, including 'honoring the game', 'redefining winner', and 'filling the emotional tank'.
Requirements
Experience coaching girls volleyball at the high school level is preferred but not required. Strong communication skills, ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues are essential. A commitment to the values of the Positive Coaching Alliance is also important.
Qualifications
A bachelor's degree is preferred, though not required. Previous coaching experience is beneficial but not necessary.
Skills
Strong leadership skills, ability to motivate and inspire athletes, and a passion for the sport of volleyball are key qualifications.
Benefits
The Latin School of Chicago offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
Pay
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Schedule
The schedule will be determined based on the needs of the program and the availability of the coach.