Coach, Freshman Girls Volleyball (3286)

Natick Public Schools • Natick, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Natick Public Schools are seeking a Coach for Freshman Girls Volleyball for the Fall 2026 season (August 26 - November 26). Natick Public Schools serves approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22, offering high-quality services to a diverse student population. The district is committed to excellence, fostering a safe, trusting, and respectful learning environment that values connectedness and belonging. With a diverse student body speaking nearly 60 languages and a high rate of post-secondary attendance, Natick Public Schools welcomes educators who thrive in a diverse environment and focus on the whole child. The district emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in all practices and aims to create meaningful connections for everyone to feel included and thrive.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• Completion of certifications as required by MIAA.
• Solid foundation in student-centered coaching.
• Knowledge of the developmental needs of adolescents.
• Understanding of theories and methodologies for coaching adolescents.
• Understanding of the academic, social, and emotional needs of adolescents.
• Understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
• Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed.
• Ability to create a welcoming team environment for student athletes.
• Ability to coach and support students in improving their individual and team skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Passion for working with students, families, and colleagues.
• Flexibility and collaboration.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth.
• Organization and ability to meet ongoing, time-sensitive deadlines for work production.
• Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I.), and fingerprints.

Nice To Haves

• Experience coaching in a diverse public school.
• Experience working with students with disabilities/special abilities.
• Experience working with students who are English language learners.
• Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and PowerSchool.
• Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support student-athletes to reach their full potential through athletic development, character building, teamwork, and a commitment to lifelong success both on and off the field.
• Fulfill duties assigned by the Athletic Director.
• Complete all necessary trainings as assigned by Natick Public Schools.
• Identify and address bias and its impact on rigor and opportunity for students.
• Perform any other relative duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED