Volleyball-8th Grade Head Coach SY26/27

Cloverleaf Local Schools; Lodi Township (OH); On-site; USD 3,900 - 5,300; Part time

Job summary

Cloverleaf Local School District in Lodi, Ohio is seeking a part-time Volleyball - Middle School Coach for SY26/27. Immediate start, reporting to the Athletic Director, and principal, with responsibilities to develop players and implement program guidelines.

The role emphasizes coaching youth athletes, coordinating with staff, maintaining safety, and attending clinics as needed while upholding school policies and extracurricular standards.

Qualifications

• State of Ohio Teacher’s Certificate (preferred, not required).
• Coaching and administrative abilities.
• Obtain Pupil Activity Supervision Validation & CPR Certification.
• Ability to relate to and inspire young athletes.
• Knowledge of the care of and prevention of athletic injuries.
• Organizational skills/resources to enhance the program.
• Skill in oral presentations.
• Able to get along with other coaches.
• Desire to invest time during season.
• Knowledge of training and conditioning techniques.
• Ability to diagnose player deficiencies/prescribe corrective activities.
• Demonstrate aptitude for successful completion of tasks assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing players for the varsity team with direction from head coach.
• Responsible to the head coach. Shall carry out the program and recommendations established by the head coach. Under no circumstances shall a coach initiate policies or procedures which are inconsistent with the recommendations of the head coach.
• Proper attire shall be worn during practice and games.
• Responsible for the collection of appropriate physical cards, emergency medical authorization forms and code of conduct for all players.
• Use the offensive and defensive philosophy as provided by the head coach.
• Carry required emergency forms for all players, scorekeepers and managers for all practices and games.
• Responsible for the distribution and collection of all equipment.
• Communicate your team selection to the head coach prior to announcing to your players.
• Conduct himself/herself on the field at all times in such a manner that he/she will not insult players, officials or spectators. Do not argue a judgment call by the officials. Know the rules. Be responsible for the conduct of your players. Teach by example. Encourage positive fan involvement.
• Report all games to the middle school and the athletic director.
• Be willing to attend clinics with head coach.
• Assist head coach with off-season coverage, attend staff meetings and assist head coach with scouting and other responsibilities that are delegated by head coach.
• Organize and conduct practices as needed.
• Be loyal to the head coach and the program at all times.
• Supervise all team members before, during and after practice and games.
• Assist in planning schedules, transportation, officials and setting up for home games.
• Inform all participants of the safety precautions associated with their sport or activity and teach proper skills to reduce chance of injury. Check all equipment routinely for safety concerns.
• Responsible for reporting and care of all injuries.

Skills

Coaching and administrative abilities

Pupil Activity Supervision Validation

CPR Certification

Relate to and inspire young athletes

Knowledge of training and conditioning

Oral presentation skills

Team communication

Season-time dedication

Ability to diagnose deficiencies

Be loyal to head coach and program

Education

State of Ohio Teacher’s Certificate (preferred)

Job description

Volleyball-8th Grade Head Coach SY26/27

Cloverleaf Local School District CLOVERLEAF SCHOOL DISTRICT - Lodi, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5872136

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Volleyball - Middle School Coach

Reports to: Athletic Director, principal, local superintendent

Work Activity Classification: Medium

Employment Status: Part-time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Qualifications

• State of Ohio Teacher’s Certificate (preferred, not required)
• Coaching and administrative abilities
• Obtain Pupil Activity Supervision Validation & CPR Certification
• Ability to relate to and inspire young athletes
• Knowledge of the care of and prevention of athletic injuries
• Organizational skills/resources to enhance the program
• Skill in oral presentations
• Able to get along with other coaches
• Desire to invest time during season
• Knowledge of training and conditioning techniques
• Ability to diagnose player deficiencies/prescribe corrective activities
• Demonstrate aptitude for successful completion of tasks assigned

Essential Functions

• Assist in developing players for the varsity team with direction from head coach.
• Responsible to the head coach. Shall carry out the program and recommendations established by the head coach. Under no circumstances shall a coach initiate policies or procedures which are inconsistent with the recommendations of the head coach.
• Proper attire shall be worn during practice and games.
• Responsible for the collection of appropriate physical cards, emergency medical authorization forms and code of conduct for all players.
• Use the offensive and defensive philosophy as provided by the head coach.
• Carry required emergency forms for all players, scorekeepers and managers for all practices and games.
• Responsible for the distribution and collection of all equipment.
• Communicate your team selection to the head coach prior to announcing to your players.
• Conduct himself/herself on the field at all times in such a manner that he/she will not insult players, officials or spectators. Do not argue a judgment call by the officials. Know the rules. Be responsible for the conduct of your players. Teach by example. Encourage positive fan involvement.
• Report all games to the middle school and the athletic director.
• Be willing to attend clinics with head coach.
• Assist head coach with off-season coverage, attend staff meetings and assist head coach with scouting and other responsibilities that are delegated by head coach.
• Organize and conduct practices as needed.
• Be loyal to the head coach and the program at all times.
• Supervise all team members before, during and after practice and games.
• Assist in planning schedules, transportation, officials and setting up for home games.
• Inform all participants of the safety precautions associated with their sport or activity and teach proper skills to reduce chance of injury. Check all equipment routinely for safety concerns.
• Responsible for reporting and care of all injuries.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.
• Help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.
• Conduct other coaching duties as assigned by the athletic director or principal as permitted by the negotiated agreement.

Additional Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue.
• Occasional interaction among unruly children.

Terms of Employment

One-year contract

Position Type

Part-Time

Salary

Salary: $3,865.04 to $5,314.43 Stipend

Job Categories

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Contact Information

• Craig Walkup , Athletic Director
• CLOVERLEAF SCHOOL DISTRICT
• Email: [e-mail]