Middle School Boys' Volleyball Assistant Coach - Spring

Thomas MacLaren School; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 600 - 1,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for 30+ hours

Job summary

Thomas MacLaren School in Colorado Springs is seeking a Middle School Boys' Volleyball Assistant Coach for the Spring season. The role coordinates and implements the school's athletic program under the Head Coach, aligning with CHSAA rules and local league guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have coaching experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and be prepared to support student-athletes in practices and competitions.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational ability and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of CHSAA rules and conference procedures.
• Computer skills: Excel, Word, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement the school athletic program under the Head Coach.
• Ensure compliance with CHSAA and league rules.
• Attend annual coaching orientation and trainings.
• Maintain equipment inventory and manage uniforms.
• Maintain CPR/First Aid certification and complete required trainings.
• Communicate with parents and staff about athletic matters.
• Support student-athlete development and conduct speeches at honors events.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Coaching experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Position: Middle School Boys' Volleyball Assistant Coach - Spring

• Pay range: $600-$1,500 (depending on length of season and level of competition)


• Benefits: For employees contracted for 30 hours per week or more, Thomas MacLaren School pays for 100% of the employee’s base insurance premiums (Health, Dental, Vision, Long-term and Short-term disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, and Life insurance) for the base level coverages. No benefits are provided to employees contracted for less than 30 hours per week.

General Purpose:

The Assistant Coach coordinates and implements the School’s athletic program under the direction of the Head Coach in conformance with School policies, Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) rules (if a high school sport), conference or league policies, and the mission of the School.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Mission

• Learn the mission of the school and how it applies to Athletics


• Positively represent the school at practice and at home and away sporting and non-sporting events


• Positively represent the school and its mission to the students, parents, colleagues, and general public


• Champion the student-athlete and show active understanding and support of them

Compliance

• Assure that players adhere to CHSAA rules (if a high school sport) and league rules (Black Forest League for high school, Central Colorado Athletic League for middle school); assist in assuring that the athletic program meets League and CSHAA regulations


• Attend training provided by the School, including a Coaching Orientation that happens once a year


• Help maintain an accurate inventory of equipment and materials, and check such an inventory at the conclusion of each season


• Maintain CPR/First Aid certification. Complete any annual trainings (Concussion, Mandatory Reporter, Student Mental Health, etc.) required by CHSAA, the league (BFL, CCAL), or the School


• Assist the Head Coach in managing and tracking the issuing of School competition uniforms to athletes


• Follow the safety protocols of the school for any practices, games, or use of the Facilities

Communication & Events

• Be able to work cooperatively with School staff and Administration


• Attend required trainings or meetings that the Athletic Director arranges


• Attend a mandatory parent meeting each season


• Work with Head Coach on any communications with school staff, parents, and families


• Communicate with the Head Coach and the Athletic Director and parents about discipline concerns regarding an athlete or changes/concerns in their behavior


• Communicate with the applicable parents, the Athletic Director, and the Health office when athletes sustain an injury at practice or during competition


• Attend the Athletic Honors event for your sport; compose and present a speech to honor the team; present awards to athletes


• Discuss athletic expense requests with the Head Coach and Athletic Director


• Provide a channel through which students and the community may express their concerns

This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended to be a reflection of the principal job elements essential for making compensation and employment decisions.

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred) with administrative and/or coaching experience.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational ability and detailed oriented. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal communication, and organizational skills; solid working knowledge of CHSAA and conference league rules and procedures.


• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Experience:

Experience in sports management or coaching skills

Physical Requirements of this position include: