Head Varsity Volleyball Coach

HEAD VARSITY VOLLEYBALL COACH

Elizabeth Seton High School (ESHS) is a Catholic, secondary, college preparatory school for young women founded in 1959 by the Daughters of Charity. Located in Prince George’s County, a suburb of Washington, DC, the school attracts students from surrounding counties and the District of Columbia. ESHS is committed to providing students with an integrated program that stresses moral values, academic excellence, civic responsibility, and community service. The community reflects a broad ethnic, cultural, and economic diversity contributing to the rich learning environment. For more information about the school, including our guiding principles, please visit www.setonhs.org.

Job Summary

The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of volleyball, strong leadership skills, and a genuine passion for empowering young women through positive, competitive athletic experiences. The coach will be responsible for building and developing a top-tier program capable of competing at the highest levels of the WCAC, as well as demonstrating the ability to successfully fundraise in support of the program’s needs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Leadership:
   • Develop and implement a comprehensive volleyball program that aligns with the values of Elizabeth Seton High School.
   • Establish and maintain a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, and respect among players and coaches.
   • Excellent communicator and build a partnership with parents and players
   • Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes
2. Coaching and Training:
   • Plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions to develop athletes’ skills and physical conditioning during season as well as during the off season.
   • Provide tactical and strategic guidance during games and tournaments.
   • Foster the development of individual and team skills through drills, exercises, and competitive play.
3. Team Management:
   • Select and manage assistant coaches.
   • Evaluate player performance and provide feedback to encourage growth and improvement.
4. Player Development:
   • Encourage academic excellence and encourage academic achievement among student-athletes.
   • Support the personal development of players, including leadership and teamwork skills.
   • Address any individual needs or concerns of players in a timely and supportive manner.
5. Recruitment and Promotion:
   • Identify and recruit talented athletes to join the volleyball program.
   • Promote the volleyball program within the school and the community to enhance its visibility and reputation.
6. Administrative Duties:
   • Maintain accurate records of team activities, including practices, games, and player performance.
   • Ensure compliance with all relevant school, WCAC conference regulations.
7. Safety and Compliance:
   • Promote and enforce a safe environment for all participants, adhering to best practices for injury prevention and management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience
• Proven experience as a volleyball coach
• Strong knowledge of volleyball techniques, rules, and strategies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate student-athletes.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification preferred (if not will be provided upon hire)

Elizabeth Seton High School, an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in the administration of its employment practices.

Salary : $10,000 - $15,000