Assistant Coach Volleyball

Join Delaware Schools Consortium; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Milford School District is seeking an Assistant Coach Volleyball for Milford High School, starting August 2026 per the DIAA schedule. Reports to the Principal and Athletic Director.

The role emphasizes safety, sportsmanship, program development, and school-community engagement. Responsibilities include planning daily practices with the head coach, adapting coaching strategies, communicating with parents and officials, maintaining equipment, and monitoring athletes’ academic performance in

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the volleyball sport.
• Possess sound moral character.
• Demonstrate understanding of the relationship of the program to the athlete and school-wide programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement organized daily practice plans with the head coach.
• Suggest adaptations to coaching techniques, strategies and game plans.
• Promote positive relations with parents and the community.
• Foster a sportsmanlike atmosphere and student conduct.
• Assist in game preparation, strategy, and player motivation.
• Ensure compliance with HAC, DIAA, and district policies.
• Communicate pre-, in-season, and post-season information to players, parents, and officials.
• Maintain and inventory equipment and uniforms.
• Monitor and evaluate academic performance of athletes.
• Assist in equipment purchases and safety of facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Proficiency in the sport

Age 21+

Character/ethics

Program understanding

Job description

Assistant Coach Volleyball

Location: Milford High School

Reports To: Principal & Athletic Director

Starting Date: August 2026 following DIAA Schedule

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Demonstrate a proficiency in the sport.
• Possess sound moral character.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship of the program to the athlete, total athletic program and the total school program.

Performance Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with head coach to plans and implement organized daily practice plans
• Suggests adaptations and modifications to coaching techniques, strategies and game plans.
• Promotes and maintains positive public relations with parents and the community.
• Helps to provide an atmosphere conducive to good sportsmanship and player conduct.
• Supports in preparation for each game in strategy and player motivation.
• Complies with all HAC, DIAA, and school district policies
• Aids in communication of pre, post and in season information to players, parents, and school officials.
• Helps to maintain and inventory all equipment and uniforms.
• Monitors and evaluates academic performance of all athletes.
• Assists in recommending purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Assists in overseeing the safety of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted.
• Performs other duties as assigned that relate to this position.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

Employment with Milford School District is contingent upon successful:

• Criminal Background Check (within last one year)
• Child Protection Registry Check (within last one year)
• Physician's Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to School District Policies
• Milford Board of Education Approval

Milford School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law.If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963, telephone [phone].