Middle School Volleyball Coach

Job Summary The Middle School Volleyball Coach leads and develops CCA's middle school volleyball program — running practices and games, teaching fundamentals and team play, and mentoring student-athletes spiritually, academically, and personally. The Coach provides age-appropriate instruction and supervision, builds discipline and school pride, and operates a safe, well-organized program aligned with CCA's mission and applicable league and state requirements.

• Key Responsibilities Plan and lead practices, games, and team meetings on the schedule set by the Athletic Director.
• Teach age-appropriate volleyball fundamentals (passing, setting, serving, hitting, blocking), rotations, and basic team strategy.
• Build a season plan covering practice structure, game preparation, and player development appropriate to the middle school level.
• Evaluate players fairly through tryouts and the season; give feedback that builds skill, character, and confidence.
• Provide direct supervision of student-athletes during practices, games, and team activities; maintain appropriate coach-to-athlete ratios.
• Integrate prayer, devotionals, and biblical principles into team activities.
• Model integrity, sportsmanship, and self-control with players, parents, officials, and spectators.
• Mentor student-athletes in personal growth, academics, and spiritual formation.
• Maintain a safe environment; monitor player health, hydration, and conditioning loads.
• Follow CCA's concussion protocol; remove any student-athlete suspected of head injury until cleared.
• Confirm all athletes have current physicals, signed participation forms, and required consents before play.
• Inspect equipment, uniforms, and the gym facility; report hazards or damage to the Athletic Director immediately.
• Communicate schedules, expectations, and updates clearly and on time to students, parents, and staff.
• Respond to parent and student concerns professionally and biblically.
• Maintain accurate records: attendance, eligibility documents, incident reports, and season evaluations.
• Steward equipment, uniforms, facilities, and budgeted resources responsibly.
• Represent CCA positively at games, tournaments, and school events.
• Comply with all CCA policies, the Employee Handbook, and applicable league and state regulations.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or degree preferred. Prior coaching, playing, or instructional experience in volleyball preferred. Working knowledge of volleyball rules, fundamentals, and strategy appropriate to the middle school level. Demonstrated ability to instruct, supervise, and motivate middle school-aged students. Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills. Proficiency with email and team communication apps.

Physical Requirements & Schedule Able to stand, walk, and demonstrate skills for extended periods. Able to work in gym environments with variable temperatures. Able to lift and carry equipment up to 40 pounds. Available afternoons, evenings, and occasional weekends per the practice and game calendar, including travel to away games.

Opportunity Statement At Calvary Christian Center, we are committed to reflecting the heart of Christ in all we do, including our employment practices. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, age, or national origin.

As a ministry, we believe that every staff member plays a vital role in advancing our mission and fostering a Christ-centered community. Therefore, all staff members are expected to be actively engaged in a Bible-believing church and to faithfully represent and uphold the beliefs and leadership values of Calvary Christian Academy and Calvary Christian Center. Alignment with these expectations is an essential requirement of every role and will be thoughtfully considered throughout the recruitment process.

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