What are the responsibilities and job description for the Varsity Girls Volleyball Head Coach position at Gerstell Academy?
Gerstell Academy is a private, co-educational, non-sectarian, college preparatory school, and values-based community built upon our Mission, Motto, Leadership Principles and Attributes. Members of the Gerstell faculty infuse leadership development into every course they teach, every sport they coach, and every co-curricular activity they sponsor. As a result, Gerstell students mature into positive leaders of character. For additional information about Gerstell Academy, please visit www.gerstell.org.
Position Overview:
Gerstell Academy seeks a Varsity Girls Volleyball Head Coach for the 2025 Fall season. Gerstell will compete in the IAAM B-Conference in 2025. This position reports regularly to the Director of Athletics and is a paid stipend position. The volleyball season runs from August 15 through end of October with practices daily, typically 4:00-6:00pm.
Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have experience as a head varsity, or club level coach with strong written and oral communication skills. Have a background in building connections within the club and local volleyball community and have the ability to mentor and motivate student-athletes on and off the court.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Plan and lead team practices, games, and conditioning programs
- Develop competitive game strategies and foster player development
- Collaborate with assistant coaches, athletic staff, and school administration
- Promote and build a positive, disciplined team culture
- Support academic success and character development in student-athletes
Interested and qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Athletic Director Phil Gilotte at pgilotte@gerstell.org.
