26-GVVC Coach: Varsity Girls Volleyball

TITLE: Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach

TYPE OF POSITION: Part-time; Fall sports season; stipend commensurate with experience (range $5,804-$8,706)

LOCATION: High School, Hopkinton, Massachusetts

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All qualified candidates NOTE: Please be aware that payment of this stipend may be contingent upon the athletic season being officially held, and, for a partial season, may be prorated as a percentage of the athletic season being officially held.

The Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach works with student-athletes to teach the fundamentals of the sport and the concept of competing as a member of a team, while fostering physical fitness and the continuous development of skills.  The coach models exemplary behavior in relations with teammates, opponents, spectators and officials, to foster social, emotional, and physical growth & development and support what is best for the overall character development of the student-athlete. The coach emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement, teamwork, diversity, sportsmanship, pride, and work ethic, while providing the opportunity for a safe, positive and enjoyable experience for the student-athlete.  The Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach reports to the Athletic Director, and with the Athletic Director, supervises the Junior Varsity, Freshman, and Middle School Girls Volleyball coaches.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. MIAA Coaching certificate if first serving as an interscholastic coach after July 1, 2005;
2. Bachelor’s degree in related field and previous relevant coaching experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience;
3. Knowledge of MIAA rules governing athletic activities;
4. Ability to motivate student athletes, communicate clearly and effectively, and relate to and work with students of differing athletic abilities;
5. Commitment to remain current in knowledge of the sport, and its coaching strategies;
6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Athletic Director may find appropriate and in conformity with state and federal statute.

DUTIES:

1. Supervise and conduct practice and coaching sessions. Teach sports techniques, playing rules, strategies and playing tactics. Impart love of the sport to players and develop healthy self-image and confidence;  
2. Condition athletes appropriately for activities requiring endurance, strength and agility;
3. Teach sportsmanship, cooperation, work ethic and responsibility to one's team;
4. Supervise and provide coaching during matches, meets, contests;
5. Observe basic safety guidelines. Respond to player injuries with approved first aid;
6. Manage uniforms, equipment, and school facilities in a responsible manner;
7. Other duties, as assigned.

Online is our preferred method of application, however, if you wish to apply by mail, please download and print the appropriate application form on our website: https://www.hopkinton.k12.ma.us/employment1

Send your completed application to:

Human Resources 

Hopkinton Public Schools

89 Hayden Rowe St.

Hopkinton, MA 01748

Incomplete applications are not able to be considered.

The Hopkinton Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race or traits historically associated with race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, genetic information, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or treatment in its programs and activities. The Hopkinton Public School district is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workplace.  The school system’s educational philosophy and personnel goals, including the goal of equal employment opportunity, will be considered in filling all positions.

Salary : $5,804 - $8,706