Assistant Varsity Volleyball Coach

St. Anne's-Belfield School•Charlottesville, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Anne's-Belfield, a PS - 12 school serving 900+ students in Charlottesville, Virginia, is seeking a part-time Assistant Varsity Volleyball Coach for the Fall athletic season. This position, reporting directly to our Director of Athletics, subscribes to the philosophy that the volleyball program must work alongside other sports as a complement to the entire Saints athletic department. The Fall season starts on August 17 and runs through the end of October, depending on team performance and playoffs. Primary practice times are Monday through Friday from 4 pm - 6 pm with additional practice times around competition dates.

Requirements

Passion for volleyball and comprehensive, in-depth knowledge of the game.
Extensive knowledge of current coaching techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of VISAA & USA Volleyball rules that apply to the sport.
Demonstrated ability to instruct, relate to, teach, and supervise student-athletes on and off the court.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by the athletic schedule.
Strong communication, management, motivational, interpersonal, and strategizing skills.
Self-starter with a positive attitude.
Embraces a high level of accountability.
Professionally calm and motivationally intense.
A progressive thinker but a believer in planning and preparation.
Empathetic and able to work well with staff and players.
Able to function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Prolonged periods of standing or walking.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks related to game and equipment setup.

Nice To Haves

Volleyball coaching experience preferred.
Familiarity with independent school or collegiate athletic environments preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head coach in conducting and developing practice and game plans.
Analyze individual player abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, and factor these into the season competitions and strategy sessions in conjunction with our volleyball staff.
Support team rules and regulations and ensure players are familiar with them.
Assist in organizing team-building sessions and activities off the court.
Instill good sportsmanship in all team players and in all phases of athletic participation.
Assist in managing and supervising athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, and respect.
Encourage players to engage in other Saints sports programs.
Use a variety of instructional techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student-athletes in volleyball.
Take all necessary precautions to protect student-athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.