Assistant Boys Volleyball Coach

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Possess a thorough understanding of all PIAA and NFHS rules appropriate to the sport.
• Adhere to attendance, eligibility and discipline policies.
• Assist with collection and inventory of equipment.
• Attend scheduled meetings with head coach.
• Attend trainings, clinics, or conferences provided by the head varsity coach or athletic director.
• Attend all JV/Varsity practices which occur prior to the start of the middle school season.
• Communicate regularly with youth coaches running programs which serve as feeder programs.
• Actively recruit students and encourage participation.
• Assist with maintaining student participation during the season.
• Assist with providing team building activities throughout the year.
• Provide a positive example for students.
• Teach techniques, strategies, and tactics which align with the philosophy of the head coach.
• Assist in the development of season-long, monthly, and weekly plans for preparation and improvement (instruction, drill, competition, conditioning, and recovery).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated successful experience playing and/or coaching the sport.
• Teaching certification or the ability to demonstrate a strong understanding of pedagogy.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification.
• National coaching certification preferred (ASEP/NFHS/Other Governing Body).
• Understanding of basic fundamentals and movements of the sport.
• Knowledge of current trends, tactics, strategies, and skills of the sport.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, coaches, parents, faculty members and administrators.
• Experience working with urban students.
• Availability to assist with implementation of a year-round training program.