Mark Day School seeks enthusiastic, dedicated middle school volleyball coaches to lead our eager 6th - 8th grade athletes! The ideal candidate has a positive, encouraging demeanor, a passion for volleyball, and good sportspersonship. We hope to hire someone who can motivate individuals and maintain a team environment. Mark Day School’s athletic program aims to develop well-rounded student-athletes with a focus on fitness, athletic skills, and teamwork.
Mark Day School Mission Statement
Mark Day School discovers and nurtures what is finest in each child in a vibrant, inclusive learning community. Innovative and full of heart, Mark Day School strives to develop well-rounded critical thinkers in a challenging program that fosters academic excellence and responsible world citizenship.
Season Information
- Position: Head / Assistant Coach
- Grade & Sport: Gr. 6th, 7th and 8th Volleyball
- Season Dates: December - mid March
- Practices: Twice a week 3:30 - 5 pm
- Stipend: $1,000 - $2,000 for the season (depending on experience)
- Direct Supervisor: Athletic Director - [email protected]
Responsibilities
- Coaches should set high expectations for responsibility, commitment, positive attitude, growth mindset, teamwork, and a sense of fair play
- Teach sports-specific skills, strategies, and techniques to develop students’ individual and team abilities
- Teach student-athletes to perform sound, safe fundamental techniques of the designated sport throughout the season
- They will uphold the Mission of the school and conduct themselves accordingly Mark Day School values- click here for more details on our mission statement, philosophy, and Seven Pillars of Character
- Ensure proper safety measures are observed when conducting team activities
- Coaches should demonstrate personal integrity, use appropriate language, and have professional relationships with student-athletes, refs, faculty/staff, and families.
- Coaches will assist in the total development of all student-athletes by using positive methods to create an ideal learning environment, therefore, helping them through their life journey, not just their athletic journey
- Coaches will create and implement a meaningful practice structure to enhance instruction, development, and effective use of time for all members of the team within the program
- Coaches will use a holistic approach when evaluating a student-athlete using qualities such as skill, character, integrity, leadership, coachability, and a love for the sport
- Coaches will foster an environment that will develop positive leadership qualities both on and off the field of play
- Involved in the academic performance of the student-athlete
- Follows league policies, site procedures, and rules
- Fosters training in conduct, ethics, and sportsmanship for all participants and coaches
Experience and Qualifications
- Passion for coaching and teaching student-athletes
- Has previous experience working with middle-school-age students
- Experience motivating and inspiring children in an athletic setting
- Strong leadership skills with initiative, follow-through, organization, collaboration, and communication
- Patience, and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
To Apply
We look forward to working with you and most importantly rooting for you. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume via email to Cody Lee Fusco, Athletic Director, at [email protected]. To learn more about our school please visit the school website.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary
Pay: $30.00 - $60.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
