Everett Junior Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach

Lansingschools; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lansing School District is hiring athletic coaches to support team success on and off the field while upholding the district’s mission. Coaches recruit a full roster, drive competitive performance, and ensure players remain academically eligible throughout the season.

Responsibilities include leading in-season tutoring, coordinating practice and game schedules with the Athletic Director, and organizing offseason clinics for team and community members in line with MHSAA policies.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience is required.
• Knowledge of high-quality coaching tactics and practice drills.
• Knowledge of MHSAA and LSD rules and policies.
• CPR Certification and first aid training.
• Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values.
• Must hold a valid Michigan Teacher Certificate.
• Successful NCAA athletic career.

Responsibilities

• Recruit a full team by the first day of the season.
• Coach team to a competitive record and postseason play.
• Ensure players are academically eligible and successful throughout the season.
• Lead in-season tutoring and organize practice/game schedules with the Athletic Director.
• Organize offseason conditioning, training, and clinics for team and community members.
• Abide by MHSAA policies and regulations.

Skills

Coaching experience

Coaching tactics

MHSAA rules knowledge

CPR & first aid

Mission alignment

Education

Michigan Teacher Certificate

NCAA athletic career

Job description

About the School District

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

Job Overview

In the pursuit of our mission, we are hiring athletic coaches. These individuals will be responsible for supporting their team(s) success, including in the classroom. In particular, the coach will be expected to recruit a full team, coach their team to a competitive record, and ensure their team is academically successful for the whole season. They will also be encouraged to provide offseason training opportunities and expected to lead in-season tutoring, in accordance with MHSAA policies.

• Previous successful coaching experience
• Knowledge of high-quality coaching tactics and practice drills
• Knowledge of MHSAA & LSD rules and policies
• CPR Certification & first aid training
• Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values
• Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate
• Successful NCAA athletic career
• Lead and support your team(s) throughout the entire season
• Recruit a full team of players by the first day of the season, including running competitive tryouts if necessary
• Coach your team(s) to a winning record, with the goal of reaching and excelling in postseason play
• Ensure all your players are academically eligible and successful throughout the entire season
• Organize and communicate consistent practice and competitive game schedules in collaboration with the Athletic Director
• Maintain and distribute team equipment and jerseys at the beginning and end of the season
• Organize and operate offseason conditioning, training, and clinics for both team members and community members
• Abide by all MHSAA policies and regulations
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission

Company Culture

We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives.

Internal Mobility

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Job Description Summary

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).