Coach - Middle School Assistant Volleyball

Description

The Maclay School is seeking a Middle School Assistant Volleyball Coach.

Under the direction of the director of athletics, the coach oversees the skill development, planning and scheduling of the team throughout the season. The Maclay School prides itself on a rich academic and athletic success history. Developing student-athletes of equal passion and character is a priority of our program. Candidates should have knowledge and experience of the sport and understand how to teach, mentor and motivate student-athletes. 

This is a seasonal position running August through November 

Responsibilities:  

A thorough understanding of techniques, strategies, and rules of your sport, with the ability to impart this knowledge effectively to student-athletes. 

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong relationships with students, staff, parents, alumni, and community members. 

Exemplary communication skills. 

Willingness to collaborate closely with other coaching staff and school administrators to ensure the overall success of the athletic program. 

Adherence to all school and FHSAA policies and regulations, as well as the Honor Code and sportsmanship expected by the Maclay School and its athletic programs. 

Qualifications

Qualifications: 

Demonstrated experience in your sport, with preference given to, candidates who have 

Coached at the collegiate and/or high school level. 

Competed at the collegiate level or possess substantial high school experience. 

Club coaching experience. 

Availability to work a flexible schedule that includes the ability to travel to practices and games some of which may be scheduled on weekends; 

Practices traditionally run from 3:00 pm ending between 5:30 and 6:00 pm on weekdays. Weekend practice times vary by sport.  

First Aid and CPR training - or willing to be trained; 

A love for working with young people and a commitment to an inclusive community; 

ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Requirements:
To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following physical and mental requirements are essential to the successful performance of this job:

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear. The role requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds occasionally. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate, similar to a standard school environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
• Cognitive and Emotional Requirements: The candidate must be able to analyze, reason, and problem-solve effectively. The ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain emotional control under stress, and communicate clearly and professionally is essential.

About Maclay School:
Maclay School is an independent, non-sectarian college preparatory school located on 100 beautiful acres in northern Tallahassee, Florida. Our Lower School program, which begins with a nurturing preschool for three- and four-year-old children, continues in the Jablon Lower School. Here, students are supported in a warm, family-oriented environment that emphasizes personal growth, academic rigor, and character development. With a focus on individualized learning and a commitment to excellence, Maclay School provides a safe space where students are encouraged to take risks, stretch their thinking, and achieve their fullest potential.

This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the academic success of Maclay’s youngest learners while supporting and developing the professional capacity of teachers.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
Maclay School is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position