Mark Day School seeks enthusiastic, dedicated middle school basketball coaches to lead our eager 6th - 8th grade athletes! The ideal candidate has a positive, encouraging demeanor, and a passion for volleyball and good sportspersonship. We hope to hire someone who can motivate individuals and maintain a team environment. Mark Day School’s athletic program aims to develop well-rounded student-athletes with a focus on fitness, athletic skills, and teamwork.

Mark Day School Mission Statement

Mark Day School discovers and nurtures what is finest in each child in a vibrant, inclusive learning community. Innovative and full of heart, Mark Day School strives to develop well-rounded critical thinkers in a challenging program that fosters academic excellence and responsible world citizenship.

Season Information

• Position: Head / Assistant Coach
• Grade & Sport: Gr. 6th, 7th and 8th Volleyball
• Season Dates: mid- November - mid March
• Practices: Days are TBD time is 3:30 - 5 pm
• Stipend: $1,000 - $2,000 for the season (depending on experience)
• Direct Supervisor: Athletic Director - cfusco@markdayschool.org

Responsibilities

• Coaches should set high expectations for responsibility, commitment, positive attitude, growth mindset, teamwork, and a sense of fair play
• Teach sports-specific skills, strategies, and techniques to develop students’ individual and team abilities
• Teach student-athletes to perform sound, safe fundamental techniques of the designated sport throughout the season
• They will uphold the Mission of the school and conduct themselves accordingly Mark Day School values- click here for more details on our mission statement, philosophy, and Seven Pillars of Character
• Ensure proper safety measures are observed when conducting team activities
• Coaches should demonstrate personal integrity, use appropriate language, and have professional relationships with student-athletes, refs, faculty/staff, and families.
• Coaches will assist in the total development of all student-athletes by using positive methods to create an ideal learning environment, therefore, helping them through their life journey, not just their athletic journey
• Coaches will create and implement a meaningful practice structure to enhance instruction, development, and effective use of time for all members of the team within the program
• Coaches will use a holistic approach when evaluating a student-athlete using qualities such as skill, character, integrity, leadership, coachability, and a love for the sport
• Coaches will foster an environment that will develop positive leadership qualities both on and off the field of play
• Involved in the academic performance of the student-athlete
• Follows league policies, site procedures, and rules
• Fosters training in conduct, ethics, and sportsmanship for all participants and coaches

Experience and Qualifications

• Passion for coaching and teaching student-athletes
• Has previous experience working with middle-school-age students
• Experience motivating and inspiring children in an athletic setting
• Strong leadership skills with initiative, follow-through, organization, collaboration, and communication
• Patience, and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations

To Apply

We look forward to working with you and most importantly rooting for you. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume via email to Cody Lee Fusco, Athletic Director, at cfusco@markdayschool.org. To learn more about our school please visit the school website.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $30.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 2 – 6 per week

Grade levels:

• 6th grade
• 7th grade
• 8th grade

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift

Experience:

• working with middle school aged students: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Rafael, CA 94903: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person