Volleyball Coach, 8th Grade - Girls (2026/2027)

Livermoreschools; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Livermoreschools is seeking an Athletic Coach to instruct athletes in the rules and techniques of their sport. The role involves planning practices, leading competitions, ensuring safety, and monitoring academic progress while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will foster an inclusive environment that promotes character development, teamwork, and school pride. Experience in coaching and knowledge of academic monitoring is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching or training athletes in a structured environment.
• Knowledge of sport rules and equipment.
• Ability to monitor academic and behavioral progress of student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct daily practices and lead competitions.
• Teach and develop athlete skills and strategies.
• Ensure safety and supervise student-athletes at all times.
• Monitor academic performance of student-athletes.
• Communicate with stakeholders about schedules and expectations.
• Manage uniforms and equipment logistics.
• Act as a positive role model.

Skills

Team leadership

Skill development

Safety supervision

Communication

Mentorship

Job description

ATHLETIC COACH

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The athletic coach instructs athletes in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes self-discipline, character development, and school pride. They report directly to the Athletic Director and ensure all activities comply with district, state, and conference regulations.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Practice & Game Management: Plan, organize, and conduct daily practices and lead the team during competitions, including weekend tournaments.
• Skill Development: Teach fundamental and advanced skills, strategies, and proper conditioning to optimize performance.
• Safety & Supervision: Ensure the safety of student-athletes by supervising them at all times, including practices, games, locker rooms, and on travel.
• Academic & Behavioral Monitoring: Monitor the academic progress and conduct of student-athletes, emphasizing that "student" comes before "athlete".
• Communication: Maintain clear communication with parents, staff, administration, and the media regarding schedules and expectations.
• Equipment & Logistics: Maintain an inventory of uniforms and equipment, and assist with facility preparation.
• Mentorship: Act as a positive role model, fostering good sportsmanship, teamwork, and fair play.