Volleyball Boys Junior Varsity Coach

Haverhill Public Schools; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking school district as a volleyball coach, where your leadership and dedication will shape the future of student-athletes. This role emphasizes building a strong culture aligned with core values in a competitive environment. You will implement conduct codes, maintain a safe environment, and ensure the proper management of athletic equipment. With a focus on education and community, this position is perfect for those passionate about sports and youth development. If you have a background in volleyball and a commitment to fostering integrity and teamwork, this opportunity is your chance to make a significant impact in the lives of young athletes.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to advocate for education and community.
• Successful experience as a volleyball player or coach.

Responsibilities

• Promote values like loyalty and integrity in the volleyball program.
• Develop training programs and maintain athletic equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Physical Fitness

Sportsmanship

Cooperation

Integrity

Knowledge of Volleyball Strategies

Ability to Enforce Rules

Education

High School Diploma

MIAA Coaches Certification

First Aid/CPR Certification

Job description

Haverhill Public Schools | Haverhill, MA 01830

Work Year: Season Starts: March 17, 2025

Season Ends: May 30, 2025

Statement of Duties

• Promote by example. Loyalty, leadership, dedication, integrity, physical fitness, sportsmanship, cooperation and personal responsibility.
• Focus on building a strong culture aligned with core values for the volleyball program in the highly competitive Merrimack Valley Conference.
• Implement codes of conduct for coaches, players, and parents of the HHS volleyball team.
• Ability to work the expected hours to include arriving prior to the student athlete arrival and departure times.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of game and competition rules and educate all coaches and student-athletes to share in that understanding, including the rules of the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).
• Develop appropriate training programs and practices.
• Ensure the proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of all athletic equipment and uniforms in conjunction with the Athletic Director.
• Travel with student-athletes on the team bus both to and from games.
• Demonstrate knowledge of strategies and rules of volleyball.
• Work with the Head Coach and Athletic Trainer(s) and complete injury reports for any student injured within 24 hours even if the athlete does not see a physician.
• Work with the Athletic Department staff to ensure the proper forms including physical, attendance, parent consent, and medical information are collected prior to the start of the season.
• Enforce the policies and procedures of the Haverhill School Committee and the Haverhill High School Student Handbook.
• Supervise appropriate behavior of students from arrival to departure, both on and off the field, including the locker room, buses, practices, and at home and away games.
• Maintain a safe environment and facilities for all student athletes at all times.
• Attend the annual HHS all Coaches meeting.
• Review the HHS Coaches Handbook annually.
• Review and sign the Massachusetts Anti-Hazing Law Form annually.
• Demonstrate commitment to protect student athletes from inappropriate conduct.
• Proven ability to enforce all rules in all sport-related activities and venues.
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects and procedures pertinent to volleyball including rules of the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).
• Proven ability to work in a professional and friendly manner with various contingencies; i.e. students, teachers, parents, administrators, boosters, media, officials, and the school community and public.
• Report to the Head Coach, Athletic Director, and Haverhill High School Principal any disciplinary issues immediately.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Athletic Director, Principal, and the Superintendent of Schools and/or his/her designee.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to advocate the importance of education and school community.
• Successful previous experience as a volleyball player or coach.
• Volleyball coaching experience - preferred.
• Valid Driver's License - required.
• First Aid/CPR - required.
• MIAA Coaches Certification - preferred.

An Equal Opportunity Employer: The Haverhill Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is in compliance with Federal regulations prohibiting discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or disability.