Part-Time Middle School Volleyball Coach

Holy Family Catholic School•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Holy Family Catholic School is seeking a part time Middle School Volleyball Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a stipend position and will take place August through October. The Volleyball Coach fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by assisting in administering the program in a particular sport which adequately prepares the student athlete for league competition. Ministerial Character Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations. Pastors, presidents, and principals serve as leaders of the schools to make Christ’s mission present and enduring in the schools. In order to fulfill Christ’s mission, the school leaders employ suitable, chosen collaborators, sharing with them Christ’s mission and entrusting to them various responsibilities. Positions employed in this School help extend the ministry of the School leaders in particular ways as outlined in the job description. The employee in this position is closely connected to and assists School leaders in the performance of their ministry and, therefore, engages in ministry for the Church.

Requirements

Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge of use of office equipment
Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
Able to work well with others in the school community
Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
Skill in job appropriate technology
Skill in critical thinking and planning
High School or equivalent
Current CPR certification and First Aid training
Must submit an Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Application for Ministry within the first week of employment, participate in an EIM Basic abuse prevention training workshop within 60 days of submitting a complete Application for Ministry, and maintain EIM compliance during the entire term of employment.
Previous coaching and/or playing experience required

Responsibilities

Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
Models professional conduct and sportsmanship while instilling these characteristics within team members
Schedules practices and games in consultation with the Athletic Director and Assistant Coach(es)
Monitors physical condition and fitness of participants and reports injuries to parents and school officials
Continually monitors and supervises all activities of the participants at all practices and games
Teaches essential safety skills and strategies to student athletes; monitors safety compliance
Follows school and diocesan policies regarding safety guidelines
Communicates with Athletic Director and Assistant Coaches regarding need for early dismissals, field, and gym use
Ensures that emergency contact information is available at practices and games
Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff
Able to instruct athletes about proper strategy, skills, and rules of the game
Able to motivate student athletes to perform optimally as an individual athlete and team member
Uses approved, corrective, and positive discipline procedures in dealing with inappropriate student conduct
Expertise, knowledge, and competency in fundamentals of the sport
Skill in motivating and engaging student athletes
Required to lift or carry athletic equipment and supplies
Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of anger