Head Volleyball Coach (Middle School)

Young World Physical Education; Kilmarnock (VA); On-site; USD 1,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

Lancaster County School District in Kilmarnock, Virginia is seeking a Head Volleyball Coach for the Middle School program. The role requires designing plays, developing players, and leading practices and games throughout the season.

The candidate should have volleyball playing and coaching experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication. This part-time position involves collaboration with athletic administration and may include fundraising responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Understand the fundamentals of the game of volleyball.
• Be able to motivate players to reach their potential.
• Must have exceptional leadership skills.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Have the ability to make quick decisions under pressure.
• Be able to effectively handle stress and keep a positive demeanor toward the game.
• Have the ability to notice small details.
• Must have an excellent memory and superior concentration skills.

Responsibilities

• Know and enforce volleyball rules and changes throughout the season.
• Assess players and place them in suitable positions.
• Devise plays and strategies based on player talents.
• Study opposing teams and coaches’ strategies.
• Time management and pausing game calls with referees as needed.
• Coordinate with assistant coaches to raise skill levels.
• Identify and recruit potential players for the team.
• Participate in fundraising activities when coaching.

Skills

Volleyball basics

Motivate players

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Stress management

Attention to detail

Memory & concentration

Education

Experience as volleyball player

Experience as volleyball coach

Job description

Head Volleyball Coach (Middle School)

Lancaster County School District, Lancaster Elementary School – Kilmarnock, Virginia. Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Lancaster County School District.

Job Details

Job ID: 5835725

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position Description

A volleyball coach instructs players at practice and during games. He or she is also responsible for designing plays and strategies for the team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a Volleyball Coach

• Knows and understands the basic volleyball rule and any changes that are made throughout the season.
• Studies the skills and abilities of the players on the team and puts each player in the most suitable position.
• Recognizes and uses each player’s specific talents to devise plays and playing strategies for games.
• Studies the abilities of the players on opposing teams as well as their coaches’ strategies.
• Knows how many timeouts are left in each game and makes the best use of them.
• Asks the referee questions about calls on plays.
• Keeps up with the score throughout the game.
• Develops drills and practice exercises that will adequately prepare players for each game.
• Teaches players the rules of the game and how to avoid making fouls that result in penalties.
• Works with individual players to strengthen their particular skills and eliminate bad habits.
• Gives instructions to assistant coaches and uses them effectively to help build the skill level of the team.
• Looks for new players and recruits them for the team.
• Participates in fundraising events and activities when coaching.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understand the fundamentals of the game of volleyball.
• Have the ability to motivate players to reach their potential.
• Must have exceptional leadership skills.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Have the ability to make quick decisions under pressure.
• Be able to effectively handle stress and keep a positive demeanor toward the game.
• Have the ability to notice small details.
• Must have an excellent memory and superior concentration skills.

Education and Experience

• Recommended experience playing on a volleyball team.
• Recommended past experience as a volleyball coach.

Reports to

Athletic Director or School Administration

Terms of Employment

As per contract and board policies and regulations

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $750 to $7,500 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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