Asst Coach Volleyball - Hunt Middle School
About The Position
The Assistant Coach Volleyball position at Hunt Middle School assists the head coach in carrying out the objectives of the athletic program. The coach must understand and follow building, Tacoma School District, and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) policies, regulations, procedures, and guidelines. The role supervises and supports student athletes, helps prepare them for competition, assists with instruction and practice, promotes safety and sportsmanship, follows injury procedures, and manages athletic equipment and related records. The expected start date is November 4, 2026, for Session 2, which runs from November 4, 2026, through January 7, 2027. Compensation is $17.13 per hour. This position is not benefits eligible.
Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalent.
- Some coaching experience, or a combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities and meets federal and state requirements.
- Must be at least 19 years old under WIAA regulation.
- First Aid Certificate, CPR card, and AED training are required.
- Knowledge of building, Tacoma School District, and WIAA policies, regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
- Knowledge of volleyball or the particular sport.
- Ability to comply with WIAA coaching standards, deal fairly with and motivate student athletes, and conduct oneself ethically and exemplarily.
- Ability to maintain poise and composure during practices and games and work with students of differing athletic abilities.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work and student relationships in a multicultural, diverse socioeconomic setting.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Physical ability to lift and move sports equipment and demonstrate sports skills when necessary.
Responsibilities
- Supervise student athletes to promote effective learning through participation in athletic activities.
- Assist the head coach in preparing athletes physically and mentally for athletic contests; administer discipline fairly and consistently, emphasize safety, and provide opportunities for participants to achieve success.
- Assist in overseeing regular practice sessions that are stimulating and instructive and develop athletes’ potential; teach basic sport fundamentals, promote good sportsmanship, and follow the Coaches’ Handbook.
- Follow district procedures for handling injuries.
- Oversee issuing, tracking, return, cleaning, and storage of equipment; conduct weekly equipment safety checks, hold students responsible for lost equipment, complete inventories, and provide copies to the building athletic director.
- Attend district and building athletic meetings as called by the building athletic director and/or district athletic director.
- Maintain current knowledge by attending clinics and workshops and staying informed about athletic programs and WIAA and Tacoma School District rule changes.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
