Head Volleyball Coach

Under the direction of the athletic director, the head Volleyball coach is responsible for creating a positive environment where students develop strategic thinking, leadership, and goal-setting skills through athletic training and competition. Coaches maintain a safe environment; establish rapport with students, parents and colleagues; motivate pupils to develop attitudes and knowledge that will help them reach their potential and prepare for local, state and national competitions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Meet the objectives and rules outlined in the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSSA) requirements for the program.
• Knowledge of sports rules and regulations and overall operation of athletic programs.
• Follow policies adopted by the Board of Education, correlated with other approved activities.
• Instruct athletes in sportsmanship, moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, citizenship, self-discipline and confidence.
• Meet regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance requirements.
• Establish the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques to be taught; delegate specific duties, supervise implementation, and at season's end, analyse effectiveness and evaluate all assistant coaches in writing.
• Evaluates student’s academic and social growth, maintains appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicate with parents through conferences, telephone calls, e-mails, student planners, school website, and other means, to discuss individual and team progress.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Incumbent must be fingerprinted and clear a criminal backgrounds check.
• Requires knowledge of overall operation of athletic program and Utah High School Activities Association rules and regulations.
• Previous successful experience as a coach desirable.