Boys Volleyball Assistant Coach

Canon City Schools•Canon City, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cañon City High School is seeking a Boys Volleyball Assistant Coach for the spring sports season. The assignment is a one-year coaching contract. The stipend is based on the Supplemental Salary Schedule and years of experience, with a starting supplemental amount of $2,580–$3,721. The coach will support the volleyball program through instruction, practice and game planning, injury prevention, equipment accountability, and communication with athletes, coaches, families, school staff, and the community. The role includes promoting ethical play, sportsmanship, student development, discipline, and cooperation with the broader athletic program. Coaches are expected to maintain professional conduct, contribute to ongoing professional growth, and support the school and district’s educational and athletic goals. Applicants responsible for students in an interscholastic activity program must hold a current teaching or administrative certificate from the Colorado Department of Education, be employed as a teacher, counselor, or administrator for at least 50% of the school day in a private school, or be a registered volunteer with Cañon City Schools. A district application must be completed online. Applications are accepted until the position is filled; the stated screening date is Friday, October 23, 2026.

Requirements

For coaches assuming full responsibility for students, meet one of these qualifications: hold a current Colorado Department of Education teaching or administrative certificate; be employed as a teacher, counselor, or administrator for at least 50% of the school day in a private school; or be a registered volunteer with Cañon City Schools.
Complete and submit a district application online to be considered.

Responsibilities

Build positive relationships with team personnel, students, faculty, administrators, maintenance staff, parents, community members, spectators, officials, fellow coaches, and media representatives.
Cooperate with athletic directors, school administrators, staff, team members, parents, and others supporting the program.
Demonstrate professional conduct, integrity, enthusiasm, appropriate appearance, and a positive public demeanor.
Enforce discipline and model school codes, game rules, sportsmanship, and positive behavior.
Pursue professional improvement through meetings, rules clinics, workshops, training, professional organizations, and relevant literature.
Use sound teaching practices and run organized practices; complete pre-season planning before the start date.
Maintain an effective injury-prevention program and, when injuries occur, follow prescribed procedures and communicate with the injured person, trainer, and parents.
Prepare organized game plans and maintain accountability for equipment.
Communicate expectations to assistant coaches, volunteers, student managers, and statisticians, and cooperate with school, maintenance, transportation, media, and support staff.
Teach sport-specific skills and techniques, promote ethical, aggressive, and fair play, and monitor athletes’ behavior and academics.
Support athletes’ overall development and treat players fairly while recognizing individual differences and needs.
Support school and district activities, uphold high standards, and treat faculty, staff, and students with dignity and respect.
Continue professional growth in teaching and athletic coaching and participate in growth opportunities when possible.
Communicate and collaborate appropriately with fellow coaches, discuss disagreements privately and promptly, and contribute time and effort to the program.
Support and cooperate with other athletic-program coaches and activity sponsors, including communicating about athletes and off-season schedules.
Cooperate with faculty members, including academic teachers.
Keep practice areas and locker rooms orderly, store and use equipment properly, secure locker rooms and storage areas, and submit maintenance requests as needed.