MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL COACH

Grand Blanc Community Schools; Mount Morris (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Beecher School District in Michigan is seeking a qualified athletic coach for middle school programs. The role focuses on developing skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship while upholding district policies.

Responsibilities include mentoring student-athletes, leading practices and games, ensuring safety, maintaining equipment, and coordinating with the athletic director and parents to support academic eligibility and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Two years coaching experience at middle/high school level.
• Strong knowledge of MHSAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to motivate and connect with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong communication skills with students, parents and staff.
• Basic knowledge of athletic safety practices and training.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement practice and game plans that build athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Mentor student-athletes, focusing on skill improvement, academic success, and personal character.
• Lead the team in games, make strategic decisions and ensure all safety and game regulations are followed.
• Prioritize student-athlete safety during practices, games, and travel.
• Strengthen relationships with parents, staff, and the Beecher community to foster team support and engagement.
• Maintain records, manage equipment, and attend district meetings as required.
• Communicate with the athletic director to ensure students are maintaining academic eligibility.
• Assist varsity coaches with fundraising events.
• The Head Middle School coach and staff will be asked to assist the varsity coaching staff when needed. These duties include but are not limited to: game day help, bookkeeping, game management, etc.

Skills

Coaching experience

MHSAA rules

Motivation & connection

Communication skills

Athletic safety practices

First Aid & CPR

Job description

Only those applicants who meet the qualification and requirements should apply for this position.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two (2) years coaching experience at the middle school or high school level.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) rules and regulations.
• Ability to motivate and connect with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong communication skills interacting with students, parents, and staff.
• Basic knowledge of athletic safety practices and training.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain).

Duties And Responsibilities

• Design and implement practice and game plans that build athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Mentor student-athletes, focusing on skill improvement, academic success, and personal character.
• Lead the team in games, make strategic decisions and ensure all safety and game regulations are followed.
• Priortize student-athlete safety during practices, games, and travel.
• Strengthen relationships with parents, staff, and the Beecher community to foster team support and engagement.
• Maintain records, manage equipment, and attend district meetings as required.
• Communicate with the athletic director to ensure students are maintaining academic eligibility.
• Assist varsity coaches with fundraising events.
• The Head Middle School coach and staff will be asked to asist the varsity coaching staff when needed. These duties include but are not limited to: game day help, bookkeeping, game management, etc.

Requirements

Newly hired employees MUST satisfactorily pass:

• Police clearance including digital fingerprinting.
• Reference Checks.

Additional Requirement

In order to complete an application for an athletic coach position, you must be registered with ESS Midwest (formerly PCMI), who is our athletic coach contracted service company.

Please direct all questions and inquiries to the Director of Athletics, Eric Cooper, Jr., at 810-280-2025.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

In compliance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended), Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended), and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Beecher School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes") in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding discrimination. Direct all inquiries related to Section 504 to Dr. Jendayi Gardner, Superintendent, Ira A. Rutherford, III Administration Building, 1020 W. Coldwater Road, Flint, MI 48505, [phone]. Direct all other inquiries to Dr. Jendayi Gardner, Superintendent, Ira A. Rutherford, III Administration Building, 1020 W. Coldwater Road, Flint, MI 48505, [phone].

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