Girls' Middle School Volleyball Coach

• Grove Christian School seeks a Middle School Girls Volleyball coach for the fall 2026-27 season.
• Individuals must be available afternoons or evenings Monday through Friday from August through October.
• Candidates must have deep knowledge of volleyball and be able to instruct and demonstrate skills and tactics pertaining to the game.
• Individuals must also incorporate faith and Christian practices into their coaching as well as sign the Grove statement of faith.
• The start date of first practice is August 3rd.
• General Description: Position is responsible for providing leadership, supervision, and coaching instruction at Grove Christian School.
• Essential Duties: (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed.
• The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.) Organize and plan practices, communicate practice times to parents/guardians.
• Communicate expectations to parents/guardians and players.
• Prepare practice plans (in advance of practice) including which coach is in charge of a skill/station, equipment required, rough estimate of length of drill/stations.
• Share plans with the assistant coach(es) prior to practice.
• Ensure there is always one coach or staff member supervising student-athletes.
• Attend all practices and games to the best of your ability.
• Arrange for practices/game coverage if you are unable to attend.
• Start and end practices on time.
• You and other designated coaches are always the last to leave the premises.
• Adhere to Grove Christian School requirements and recommendations.
• Attend all coaches' meetings.
• Charged with player selection.
• Supervision of the team during all activities.
• Purchase equipment, maintain inventory of equipment in collaboration with the Athletics Director.
• Collaborate with the Athletic Director and fund-raising activities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

In-depth knowledge and advanced strategies of applicable sport. Knowledge of VISAA (Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association) rules. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to mentor and develop players in a positive way. Desire to teach and improve skill development. Must pass a criminal record check. Education and Experience: Required: Previous experience as a player and/or coaching..

Preferred

Valid teaching license or bachelor's degree. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.