Head Volleyball Coach- Incarnate Word High School

Description

Incarnate Word High School, a Catholic all-girls school sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, seeks a Part-Time Head Volleyball Coach for the 2026-2027 school year who is committed to the holistic formation of young women in a Catholic educational environment. As a dynamic and faith-driven athletic program, we empower student-athletes to grow physically, emotionally, and spiritually. The Head Volleyball coach supports the school’s mission by promoting athletic excellence, leadership, and Catholic-centered values through competitive athletics. The ideal candidate will report directly to the school's Athletic Director.

Position Purpose:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Volleyball program that promotes athletic excellence, teamwork, and sportsmanship, while reflecting the values of the Catholic faith
• Cultivate a positive and supportive team culture that encourages each athlete to reach their full potential, builds resilience, and nurtures a love for the sport
• Foster a sense of community and camaraderie among team members, while promoting the values of compassion, kindness, and service to others
• Provide expert coaching, guidance, and mentorship to help athletes improve their performance, develop their skills, and achieve their goals
• Collaborate with school administrators, faculty, and staff to ensure alignment with the school's mission and values
• Represent the school and athletic program in a professional and respectful manner, both on and off campus

Through this role, the Head Volleyball Coach helps student-athletes become confident, compassionate, and accomplished young women who embody the values of the Catholic community and are prepared to make a positive impact in the world.

Requirement and Responsibilities

Required Experience: 

· Bachelor’s degree or higher-level degree in related field (e.g., physical education, sports management) 

· Minimum of 3-5 years of high school or higher-level coaching experience

Position Responsibilities:

· Must adhere to all policies and procedures set forth by IWHS. 

· Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.

· Assesses student’s skills and assigns team positions.

· Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.

· Works with Athletic Director in scheduling games, facilities, and transportation for practices and competition.

· Supervises student-athletes during games and travel.

· Promotes a safe and positive athletic environment. 

· Assigns duties to the assistant coaching staff as necessary.

· Coaches and instructs students, individual or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.

· Observes athletes, during competition and practice to determine the needs for

individual or team improvement.

· Determines game strategy bases on the team’s capabilities.

· Establishes and maintains standards for behavior and always provides proper supervision of students.

· Monitors the academic performances of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met; and encourages student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.

· Follows established procedures in the event of an injury.

· Conferences with parents/guardians as necessary regarding the academic, behavioral, or athletic performance of their student.

· Follows all TAPPS regulations and by laws.

· Follows all IWHS policies and procedures.

· Acts as a team representative and promotes the Volleyball program.

· Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance and requisitioning of equipment, supplies and uniforms.

· Participates in special activities to include parents’ night, banquets, awards night and pep assemblies.

· Works with the Athletic Director with eligibility, equipment inventory and other related paperwork.

· Collaborates with Athletic Director and Advancement office to promote IWHS and IWHS Volleyball to prospective middle school students. 

· Attends athletic meetings, clinics and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.

· Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Knowledge and Skills:

· Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills.

· Must possess a thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies and techniques of the sport.

· Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents and students.

· Understanding of the mission of the Sisters of Charity and Incarnate Word High School.

· Successful completion of VIRTUS and background check.