Athletic Coach - Boys Volleyball Coach 1: Madison Park UC (Spring 2027)

Oakland Athletic League; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakland Unified School District is seeking an Athletic Coach for Boys Volleyball at Madison Park UC to lead practices, develop players, and coordinate schedules for the season. The role emphasizes safety, sportsmanship, and clear communication with students and families.

The position is part-time and requires a valid CA teaching credential along with the required coaching certifications. Commitment to student development and adherence to CIF policies are essential.

Qualifications

• Provide written evidence indicating knowledge of coaching theory and techniques in the sport.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of the sport at the high school level.
• Knowledge of adolescent psychology as it relates to sports participation.
• Knowledge, skill and ability to maintain high safety standards in coaching at practices and contests.
• Demonstrated high ethics related to sportsmanship, fair play and relationships with students.
• Ability to communicate with parents/guardians and school staff regarding problems or emergencies during events.
• Knowledge of CIF policies related to athletics.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and coach students in the sport indicated.
• Help arrange playing schedules.
• Perform/assist in all coaching responsibilities associated with the position.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings as specified by OAL.

Skills

Coaching skills

Adolescent psychology

Safety standards

Ethical conduct

Parent communication

Education

CA teaching credential

Job description

Athletic Coach - Boys Volleyball Coach 1: Madison Park UC (Spring 2027)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5958614
Application Deadline: Jan 29, 2027 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Oct 30, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Ref:27-315S14

All Athletic Coach hires and work schedules for the school year are contingent upon student enrollment, sports sign ups, and sports schedules developed for the season.

DUTIES

• Instruct and coach students in the sport indicated.


• Help arrange playing schedules.


• Perform/assist in all coaching responsibilities associated with the position.


• Attend all required meetings and trainings as specified by OAL

QUALIFICATIONS

All Candidates must meet all of the requirements listed below. Preference will be given to current certificated employees of Oakland Unified School District who possess a valid CA teaching credential.

CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Fundamentals of Coaching (HIGH SCHOOL) - Does not expire


• Middle School Coaching (MIDDLE SCHOOL) - Does not expire


• Concussion in Sports - Expires every 3 years


• Sudden Cardiac Arrest - Expires every 2 years


• Heat Illness Prevention - Expires every 2 years


• CPR & FIRST AID from an instructor led class - Expires every 2 years

• Provide written evidence indicating knowledge of the coaching theory and techniques in the sport. Evidence may be college course work, prior-coaching experience in the sport, prior participation in the sport at the high school level or inservice training provided by a school district.


• Knowledge of rules and regulations of the sport at the high school level.


• Knowledge of adolescent psychology as it relates to sports participation. College courses or prior active involvement with youth in school/community sports programs will fulfill this requirement.


• Knowledge, skill and ability sufficient to maintain high standards of safety in all aspects of coaching at practices as well as contests.


• Demonstrated high ethical standards related to sportsmanship, fair play and relationships with students.


• Recognition of the need to communicate with parents / guardians and appropriate school staff members regarding problems or emergencies which may arise during a sporting event.


• Knowledge of school policies and California Interscholastic Federation (C.I.F.) policies related to athletics.

Overall Applicant Assessment

Applicants must be able to meet the standards for the district’s athletic program as carried out at each site, including the ability to instill teamwork, commitment and discipline as to players, developing positive relations and support from parents and the community and offering academic encouragement and support to students. Previous successful experiences coaching the sport at the level of the vacancy will be given additional weight in comparing candidates.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Contact Information

• Sean McDermott , Athletic Director


• Madison Park Academy Upper Campus Middle-High School


• Email: [e-mail]