Volleyball Coach

Catherine Cook School•Chicago, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Catherine Cook School seeks a passionate and engaging Volleyball Coach. This position plays a key role in fostering a positive, inclusive, and safe team environment where students can grow both athletically and personally. The ideal candidate is confident leading groups of student-athletics (Grades 5-8), experienced in coaching youth sports, and able to design engaging practices, develop game strategies, and model outstanding sportsmanship while supporting the mission and values of Catherine Cook School.

Requirements

Experience in coaching youth sports.
Confidence in leading groups of student-athletes (Grades 5-8).
Reliability, punctuality, patience, and consistency.
Ability to create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to adapt to changing schedules, needs, and circumstances.
Proficiency in Google and Outlook Applications.

Nice To Haves

Passion and enthusiasm for working with student-athletes.
Demonstrated understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and social-emotional learning (SEL).

Responsibilities

Fostering a positive, inclusive, and safe team environment.
Leading groups of student-athletes (Grades 5-8).
Designing engaging practices.
Developing game strategies.
Modeling outstanding sportsmanship.
Communicating the vision, goals, and progress of work with players and their families.
Serving as an Ambassador for Enrollment Management and Development efforts.
Employing Google and Outlook Applications for individual and team collaboration and communication.
Planning and facilitating engaging, age- and skill-appropriate practices, activities, and athletic experiences.
Providing clear instruction, encouragement, and feedback.
Helping students develop athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Prioritizing student safety and well-being, including appropriate supervision and awareness of individual health needs.
Communicating effectively and collaborating with other coaches, supervisors, parents, referees, and school staff.
Adapting to changing schedules, needs, and circumstances while maintaining a student-centered approach.
Supporting event organization by preparing spaces, setting up activities, and managing student attendance procedures.
Modeling and demonstrating athletic skills, techniques, and positive sportsmanship.