Head Volleyball Coach

LEGACY EARLY COLLEGE OVERVIEW

Legacy Early College is a K412 public charter school that originated through the vision of businessman William Brown in 2010 with an unwavering focus on “To and Through College” at every grade level. Legacy’s model combines academics, nutrition, physical fitness and mental health. In addition to our college driven academic standards, meals are made on site, scholars participate in PE everyday and SocialEmotional Literacy is integrated in the culture and curriculum. We currently occupy the site of the historic Parker High School and the former Greenville County Fine Arts Center. For more information about Parker High and its history, visit the alumni sponsored Parker High website, or read more on Our Upstate Ancestry.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Head Coach is responsible for coaching high school student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for interscholastic competitions. Position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate.
• Assesses players' skills and assigns team positions.
• Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide individual and team development.
• Works with the Athletic Director in scheduling facilities for practices and competitions.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually and in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.
• Determines game strategy based on the team's capabilities.
• Establishes and maintains standards of decorum and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Monitors the academic performance 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 athlete's injury.
• Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their students.
• Models sports like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with service clubs, community groups, and other organizations.
• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Works with the Athletic Director to develop a policy for awards and submits a list of award winners at the end of the season.
• Participates in special activities, including fundraising, parent's night, award nights, and pep assemblies.
• Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
• Models non discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of the sport's rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.
• Experience as a head soccer coach or assistant coach at the high school/middle school or college level preferred

Work Schedule

This position requires working evenings, weekends, and other related duties as assigned by supervisors.

Physical Demands

• Dexterity of hands and fingers, arms, legs, and feet to demonstrate and participate in sports activities.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Vision to see individual and team performance and drive vehicles.
• Carrying, pushing, or pulling

Additional Materials

The candidate will need to provide a cover letter, resume, and a program strategic plan covering the following but not limited to:

• Academic Progression Plan
• Fundraising Plan
• Community Service/Relations Plan
• Character Development Program
• Skill Development and Offseason Program

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that the employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. This position will have periods of extended work week hours, which is required to support the region's ongoing development and the delivery of high quality education for all students.

General Signoff

The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies. Duties may be changed at the discretion of Legacy Early College at any time.

Statement of NonDiscrimination

Legacy Early College is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. Legacy Early College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.

Job Type: Seasonal

Work Location: In person