Middle School Volleyball Coach

Manteno Community Unit School District 5•Manteno, IL

23h

About The Position

Manteno Middle School is seeking a Middle School Volleyball Coach to develop and maintain a successful athletic program that promotes student-athlete growth, sportsmanship, academic achievement, and competitive excellence. The coach instructs, supervises, and develops student-athletes; plans practices and prepares the team for competitions; and oversees program administration, equipment, and compliance. The coach also supports students’ social, emotional, and behavioral growth and serves as a positive role model while upholding school policies, procedures, and educational standards. The stipend is $4,523.23 for the 2026–2027 school year. For questions, contact Joe DiLeo at [email protected].

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated knowledge of volleyball, including rules, techniques, strategies, and safety practices.
Ability to motivate, instruct, and supervise student-athletes effectively.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, administrators, students, parents, and community members.
Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or ability to obtain it upon hire if required by the district.
Successful completion of all district, state, and athletic association coaching requirements.

Responsibilities

Recruit and encourage student participation in the athletic program.
Instruct, supervise, and develop student-athletes.
Evaluate athlete skills, assign team positions, and oversee player development.
Provide leadership and direction to assistant coaches to ensure consistent instruction, supervision, and program expectations.
Plan and conduct practices that promote individual and team improvement.
Instruct athletes in the rules, techniques, strategies, and safety requirements of volleyball.
Plan and carry out activities necessary to prepare the team for games, tournaments, and other athletic competitions.
Coach and supervise student-athletes during practices, competitions, travel, and related activities.
Promote sportsmanship, discipline, teamwork, and positive behavior.
Monitor academic eligibility and encourage student-athlete academic success.
Communicate with parents, staff, media, booster organizations, and community stakeholders regarding the athletic program.
Oversee equipment management, inventory, recordkeeping, and program administration.
Coordinate team events, awards programs, parent activities, and other athletic department functions.
Ensure compliance with district, conference, and state athletic regulations and procedures.
Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes.
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality of student, family, and staff information.
Work collaboratively with co-workers and school staff.
Support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral growth.
Uphold school policies, procedures, and educational standards.
Perform other duties as assigned by Administration.