Coach, Freshman Boys Volleyball (3365)

Natick Public Schools • Natick, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Natick Public Schools is hiring a seasonal Coach, Freshman Boys Volleyball at Natick High School. The coach leads and supports student-athletes in reaching their potential through athletic development, character building, teamwork, and a commitment to success on and off the field. The position is a stipend role under the contract with the Education Association of Natick and is not benefits eligible.

The coach fulfills duties assigned by the Director of Athletics, completes required trainings, and identifies and addresses bias and its impact on rigor and opportunity for students. Nights and some weekends are expected. The district seeks a collaborative, flexible coach committed to students and to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• Complete certifications as required by MIAA.
• A solid foundation in student-centered coaching.
• Knowledge of adolescents’ developmental needs and of theories and methodologies for coaching adolescents.
• Understanding of adolescents’ academic, social, and emotional needs.
• Commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
• Demonstrated aptitude for the work.
• Ability to create a welcoming team environment for student-athletes and coach and support students in improving individual and team skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for working with students, families, and colleagues; flexibility and collaboration; ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment; and organization and ability to meet ongoing, time-sensitive deadlines.
• Strong record of work performance in current and previous roles.
• Successful completion of CORI, SORI, and fingerprint checks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience coaching in a diverse public school.
• Experience working with students with disabilities or special abilities.
• Experience working with students who are English language learners.
• Experience with Google Suite and PowerSchool; the district will train the right candidate.
• Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support student-athletes in their athletic development, character building, teamwork, and success on and off the field.
• Fulfill duties assigned by the Director of Athletics.
• Complete all trainings assigned by Natick Public Schools.
• Identify and address bias and its impact on rigor and opportunity for students.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED