Head Volleyball Coach

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Extensive knowledge of Volleyball techniques, strategies, and rules.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate student-athletes.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to the academic success and personal development of student-athletes.
• Uphold high ethical standards and promote sportsmanship.
• Ability to work collaboratively with school staff, parents, and the community.
• Required coaching certifications and compliance with all state and local regulations.
• Previous coaching experience, preferably as a head coach or assistant coach at the high school or college level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Enforcing attendance for practice time to provide both team and individual development
• Works with the Athletic Director in scheduling facilities for practices.
• Coaching and instructing players regarding the rules, regulations, equipment and techniques of the sport.
• Observing players during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual and/or team development.
• Provides feedback on game strategy based on the team’s capabilities.
• Monitoring the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an injury.
• Follows Iowa High School Athletic Association, (IHSAA) regulations and procedures.
• Models sportsman-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials and fans.
• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Participates in special activities to include parent night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
• Attends staff development meetings, clinics and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.