Assistant Volleyball Coach

Detroit Community Schools; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Detroit Community Schools is seeking an Assistant Volleyball Coach to support the athletic department and head coach in developing a competitive program. The role focuses on coaching, mentorship, and ensuring student-athletes balance athletics with academics.

The ideal candidate will have prior volleyball coaching experience at the high school, club, or college level, strong leadership and communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive sports environment.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience at high school, club, or college level.
• Strong knowledge of volleyball rules, strategies, and techniques.
• Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes.
• Commitment to a supportive and educational athletic environment.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in planning and conducting practices and games.
• Help develop and implement strategies and game plans.
• Provide individualized coaching and mentorship to student-athletes to enhance skills and performance.
• Assist in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes.
• Ensure adherence to safety and sportsmanship standards during all practices and competitions.
• Monitor the academic performance of student-athletes and support their educational development.
• Coordinate logistics, including travel, equipment, and scheduling, in conjunction with the head coach and athletic department.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and competitive team environment.

Skills

Volleyball coaching

Leadership

Communication

Student mentorship

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Detroit Community Schools is hiring a High School Assistant Volleyball Coach.

At DCS, we believe that Education is Power. We are committed to providing all students with the tools and skills necessary to thrive no matter where life takes them. Preparing our students for life after K-12 school is our number one priority! From rigorous curriculum, to SAT prep, to extracurricular activities, we go the extra mile to ensure each student is ready for the world after graduation.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Volleyball Coach to join our athletic department. The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for volleyball, a commitment to athlete development, and the ability to support the head coach in leading a competitive volleyball program.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in planning and conducting practice sessions and games.
• Help develop and implement strategies and game plans.
• Provide individualized coaching and mentorship to student-athletes to enhance skills and performance.
• Assist in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes.
• Ensure adherence to safety and sportsmanship standards during all practices and competitions.
• Monitor the academic performance of student-athletes and support their educational development.
• Coordinate logistics, including travel, equipment, and scheduling, in conjunction with the head coach and athletic department.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and competitive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience coaching volleyball at the high school, club, or college level.
• Strong knowledge of the rules, strategies, and techniques of volleyball.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes.
• Commitment to fostering a supportive and educational athletic environment.
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.

For more information on Detroit Community Schools please visit our website at https://detcomschools.org/.

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