Coach - Assistant Volleyball @ Columbia Middle School

Young World Physical Education; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbia Middle School in Moses Lake, WA is seeking an Assistant Volleyball Coach. The role supports the head coach, plans practices after the school day, and attends games during the 2026 season. The district handles all coaching payments and scheduling.

The position requires knowledge of volleyball, proper safety practices, and adherence to WIAA rules. A high school diploma or GED is required, with First Aid/CPR certification preferred or obtainable before the season.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to carry out duties per school policies.
• Knowledge of volleyball fundamentals and coaching techniques.
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain before season start.
• Meet WIAA age requirements for the position.
• Well-organized with ability to manage a sports program.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in carrying out responsibilities and planning.
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate daily practice sessions.
• Implement safety plans and correct techniques.
• Inform parents about attendance, discipline, and injuries.
• Schedule transportation and assist with game logistics.
• Maintain facilities and equipment and oversee team rules.

Skills

Knowledge of volleyball/sports

First Aid/CPR certification

Organizational skills

Ability to meet WIAA age requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Coach - Assistant Volleyball @ Columbia Middle School

Moses Lake School District 161, Columbia Middle School - Moses Lake, Washington

Job Details

Job ID: 5824930

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 09, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Terms of Employment

Coach Salary Schedule

Position Posting

The middle school volleyball season begins on the first day of school, Wednesday, September 2, 2026, and ends approximately Friday, October 16, 2026. Practice begins immediately at the end of the regular school day which is 2:45 pm. Coaches are expected to be at practice each day, Monday through Friday, and attend all games. All payments for coaching will be scheduled by the school district.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to effectively carry out the duties of the position and comply with the policies/procedures set forth by the Principal, Athletic Director, and the Moses Lake School District.
• Exhibited knowledge of the sport, demonstrated technical skills, and successful experience teaching these skills to secondary school student-athletes.
• Valid First Aid and CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain prior to start of season.
• Ability to meet WIAA age requirements applicable to the position.
• Exhibit the organizational skills and abilities to ensure a well-managed program.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Essential Job Functions

• Work within the basic framework and philosophy of the head coach.
• Demonstrate knowledge of modern trends, techniques, strategies, playing rules and procedures.
• Assist the head coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities.
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
• Implement a safety plan that includes teaching of the proper techniques and fundamentals.
• Adhere to all safety rules.
• Have an emergency medical plan in place.
• Inform parents of individual players regarding attendance, discipline, and injury.
• Relate to staff members in a professional and effective manner.
• Demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, peers, and the public (particularly at sporting events).
• Motivate players.
• Keep players informed of available camps, weight programs, etc.
• Teach and discipline in a consistent and equitable manner.
• Aware and adhere to WIAA, league, district, and building rules and policies.
• Implement team rules in accordance with the policies and regulations listed above.
• Direct student managers and statisticians on respective teams.
• Assist the head coach in scheduling and providing transportation to sport events.
• Adhere to scheduled facility times.
• Instruct team members as to changes in the rules and teach fundamentals of the sport as outlined by the head coach.
• Attend all staff meetings and carry out scouting assignments as outlined by the head coach.
• Secure all doors, lights, windows and locks before leaving building if custodians are not on duty.
• Instill in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and proper use.
• Arrive early enough before practice, contests, and meetings to adequately prepare, and remain long enough afterwards to help players with problems or to become involved in staff discussions.
• Help in the planning and implementation of both in-season and out-of-season conditioning and weight programs.
• Never criticize, admonish, or argue with head coach or any staff member within hearing or sight of players or parents.
• Strive to improve skills by attending clinics and using resources made available by the head coach.
• Examine locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on general cleanliness of the facility.
• Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific sports equipment.
• Complete mandatory SafeSchools training annually.
• WIAA standards require all coaches to complete sport specific WIAA coaching standard courses by the third week of the season.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX, Civil Rights, Affimative Action, and Equal Opportunity officer, Michelle Musso, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, [phone], [e-mail]; OR Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Samantha Burgess, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766- 2670, [e-mail]

Position Type

Part-Time

Contact Information

• Jeremy Quilter, Assistant Principal / Athletic Administrator
• Columbia Middle School
• Phone: [phone] ext. 2197
• Email: [e-mail]