Assistant 8th Grade Volleyball - 1.0

Highland Middle School; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 3,000 - 4,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Sick Leave

Job summary

Highland Middle School in Mead School District (Spokane, WA) is hiring an Assistant 8th Grade Volleyball coach for the Fall 2026-27 season. Responsibilities include directing drills, supervising practices from 3:00 p.m.

to 6:00 p.m., and promoting sportsmanship and safety across the athletic program. The position requires First Aid/CPR certification, adherence to district policies, and the ability to work with students, parents, and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 19 or older for Assistant Coach and 21 or older for Head Coach.
• Must have current First Aid/CPR certification or be able to acquire it by the start of the season.
• Understand the activity/sport, its safety practices, techniques, rules, and progression of skill development.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes regarding techniques, rules, and safety practices of the sport.
• Schedule and conduct practices (3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.).
• Supervise athletes during practices and games and ensure safety and conduct.
• Promote the interscholastic program and uphold district policies.
• Maintain documentation and communicate with parents and staff.

Skills

First Aid/CPR certification

Coaching experience

Driver's license

Sport knowledge

Job description

Assistant 8th Grade Volleyball - 1.0

Mead WA Highland Middle School - Spokane, Washington Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Application Deadline: Oct 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Starting Date: Oct 26, 2026

Job Description

October 5, 2026

COACHING VACANCY

Highland Middle School

Assistant 8th Grade Volleyball - 1.0

Fall 2026-27

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide knowledge, motivation, and leadership in an activity in which the student can excel to their full potential while competing in an atmosphere that contributes to a well-rounded education, including physical well-being, moral character, and social and mental development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF ALL COACHES:

• Instruct athletes regarding the techniques, rules, and safety practices of the sport.
• Develops and organizes a practice program. Schedule and conduct practices according to agreed-upon schedules. Practice time for each sport is 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Supervise athletes from the scheduled beginning of the practice or game until the last athlete is picked up, knowing where all participants are at all times.
• Supervise athletes during activities in connection with athletic events, including practices, games, camps, and travel.
• Promote the school's entire interscholastic program and direct the program in harmony with the overall school program.
• Set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct, including respecting and supporting contest officials.
• Foster among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school, and community.
• Promote a healthy lifestyle to student-athletes.
• Ensure that all athletes have completed and submitted all required documentation, including the medical insurance coverage form, and have undergone and passed any required medical examinations before the regular practice season begins.
• Communicate with parents regarding team rules and athletic department guidelines.
• Confer with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance and/or conduct of their student.
• Know and understand the student-athlete handbook.
• Follow state, conference, and district regulations governing the athletic program
• Adhere to all safety laws and district policies.
• Follow the injuries, care, and prevention procedures as documented in the Mead School District Athletic Policies and Procedures.
• Complete and submit accident reports for any injury to the school principal or designee.
• Recognize and adhere to any athlete's health plan.
• Provide equal opportunities to all athletes as per the student nondiscrimination policy.
• Annually complete the WIAA general rules clinic and the WIAA-approved rule clinic for the sport being coached
• Hold valid first aid and CPR certifications.
• Complete training as required by the District and the WIAA.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by District Administrators or the Athletic Director.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A HEAD COACH:

• Works with the athletics director in scheduling practices and competitions.
• Assists the Athletic Director with the selection and evaluation of the assistant coaches.
• Assigns duties to assistant coach(es) as necessary
• Determine, with feedback from the assistant coaches, athlete participation during practices and games, including team level and playing time, in conjunction with the assistant coach at the respective level.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Works with the Athletic Director and Athletic Administrative Assistant to ensure that lists of all players eligible for athletic contests are prepared and maintained under the rules of the Mead School District Athletic Policies and Procedures.
• Communicates with the Athletic Director and Building Administration regarding topics related to the athletes and/or sports season.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 19 or older for Assistant Coach and 21 or older for Head Coach.
• Must have current First Aid/CPR certification or be able to acquire it by the start of the season.
• Type II Driver’s License is preferred.
• Understand the activity/sport, its safety practices, techniques, rules, and progression of skill development.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward students and the ability to motivate them toward developing a successful program.
• Be able to consistently meet schedule responsibilities for practice, coaching preparation, competition, and related activities.
• Ability to plan practices and events, and organize all the necessary materials and personnel to carry out the activity.
• Ability to work with students, colleagues, parents, and officials in a positive, professional, and equitable manner.

DESIRED CRITERIA:

• Previous coaching experience at the secondary level.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND SALARY:

As outlined by and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) of Mead ExtraCurricular Employees Association (MECA) and Policies and Procedures of Mead School District. The CBAs and salary schedules can be reviewed from the Human Resources page of the Mead School District website at https://www.mead354.org/about-us/department-directory/human-resources/new-page .Mead School District policies and procedures can be accessed online at https://www.mead354.org/about-us/board-of-directors/board-policies

The Salary Range for Assistant Volleyball Middle School Coach is a minimum of $2,981 - a maximum of $4,840 per contract. Documented paid coaching experience from public and private schools (middle school, high school, or collegiate level), both in-state and out-of-state, will be used in determining salary schedule placement. Any employee who works additional days after the last regularly scheduled GSL contest for authorized playoff, extended activities, or equivalent activities will receive a post-season pay stipend.

Employees who are not also employed in other positions with the District will accrue 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked. Employees who are not also employed in other benefit-qualifying positions with the District and who work 630 hours within a school year will become benefit-eligible for the remainder of the school year. Standard benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability. Benefits are provided through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) at https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees

Mead School District #354 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants based on sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, or honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX/Civil Rights Officer, Josh Westermann, Section 504 Coordinator, Heather Havens, and/or Affthe… Persons who may need an accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office at [phone].

Position Type: Coach

Salary: $2,981 to $4,840 Extracurricular Contract

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Shelli Nemec , Recruiting Specialist
• District Office
• Mead, Washington 99021
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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