Coach, Head 8th Grade Volleyball, Job 26-3043 HP

Mukilteo School District • Everett, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the 2026-2027 season at Harbour Pointe Middle School, running from November 4, 2026, through January 13, 2027. The successful candidate will lead the 8th-grade volleyball program, conduct tryouts, and plan practices and meets. The role involves working with players and their families to foster a love of the sport, good sportsmanship, volleyball skills, and camaraderie. Stipends are contingent upon the Mukilteo School District approving extra-curricular activities for the 26-27 school year, as well as the length of the season and the number of teams offered. The Head Coach works under the supervision of the Athletic Director, aligning with the District and Building’s mission and vision. The role focuses on the growth and development of student athletes through fundamental skills instruction, emphasizing whole-child development, academic and athletic excellence, leadership skills, and positive social relationships. The Head Coach is responsible for maintaining open communication with students, parents, coaches, and administrators, and serves as a role model in personal management, appearance, ethics, behavior, and sportsmanship. The primary responsibility is to guide, inspire, and empower athletes or teams to achieve their full potential.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the specific sport, its rules, required skills and abilities, coaching techniques, game strategy, and student development.
• Skill and ability to develop and instruct student athletes, and to apply effective game strategy.
• Skill and ability to motivate students, and to impart sportsmanship, teamwork, and self-esteem.
• Skill and ability to effectively communicate with a variety of constituents.
• Skill and ability to develop teamwork and collaboration of various stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain trust and confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to develop professional and positive relationships with others.
• Skill and ability to follow and give written and verbal instructions.
• Skills and abilities in organization, efficiency, time management, budgeting, and record keeping.
• Skills and abilities of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must be 21 years of age per WIAA regulations.
• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Formal training in the specific sport as per WIAA requirements including current CPR/first aid card.

Nice To Haves

• College degree, preferred.
• Student cultural and economic diversity experience, preferred.
• Three years of successful experience as a head or varsity coach at the high school level, college level, or professional level or other comparable experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide age and skill-appropriate training, instruction, and coaching to students for the purpose of developing student skills, abilities, attitudes, sportsmanship, teamwork, and self-esteem.
• Teach rules and safety, and provide a variety of guidance, instruction, and experiences to enhance students’ personal, physical, social, and emotional development.
• Promote student participation in all sports and the value of being a multi-sport athlete in a positive manner.
• Supervise student behavior, correct behavior, and maintain discipline consistent with WIAA regulations and district/building policies and procedures.
• Assist in scheduling sport-related events, including coaching meetings, practices, and games, and logistics related to the sport, including transportation and parent meetings.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of student athletes.
• Provide first aid to injured or ill students and/or refer to appropriate staff as applicable.
• Direct and supervise the work of assistants and volunteers.
• Establish and maintain professional interactions with students, staff, parents, and the general public.
• Process and manage supply orders, distribution, and inventory.
• Issue, maintain, and account for athletic equipment.
• Maintain records of student eligibility, equipment inventory, fiscal resources, and relevant sport records.
• Strictly follow fiscal-related procedures/policies and utilize other resources effectively.
• Conduct fundraising activities as needed.
• Implement and comply with WIAA regulations, and District and Building policies and procedures.
• Maintain consistent attendance and conform to regular work hours specified.
• Maintain current knowledge of sport techniques/issues, coaching certification, and training requirements.
• Attend meetings, clinics, and workshops.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Stipends are contingent upon the Mukilteo School District approving extra-curricular activities during the 26-27 school year as well as length of season and number of teams offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED