Junior Olympic Coach Job Description

Title: Regional JO Club Volleyball Coach


Description: Head coach for girls youth volleyball (ages 10s-15s). Will be responsible for all aspects of directing and organizing team’s practice and play. May have an assistant coach. Must be able to provide instruction for a variety of athletic abilities. Support and resources will be made available if necessary. Team will consist of 9 players. Season will run from the beginning of January until April/May. Practices will be held 2 times a week at a local gym for 1.5- 2 hours. There will be 6-8 tournament dates. Tournaments may be 1 or 2 days played primarily on Saturday and/or Sundays. Coaches will provide their own transportation and at their own expense. Will be evaluated at the end of the season.


Responsibilities:

  1. Teach appropriate fundamental skills of volleyball, positions, game play to youth athletes.

  2. Provide a positive and motivating atmosphere that is safe and enjoyable to all.

  3. Develop each athlete's confidence and competitive spirit.

  4. Promote individual/team growth in sportsmanship, teamwork, and camaraderie.

  5. Supervise players before, during, and immediately after practices and tournaments.

  6. Communicate with parents, players, other coaches, and club directors in a professional manner.

  7. Conduct a parent meeting at the beginning of the season.

  8. Play an active role in scheduling practice times & tournaments.

  9. Have fun!


Qualifications:

  • Must have volleyball playing/coaching experience

  • Must have good energy and willingness to go above and beyond to help athletes continue to love and learn the sport of volleyball

  • Must complete OVR certification

  • Must be of good character, NO criminal record


Benefits:

  • Paid position

  • Coaching has a lasting impact on an athlete's life/career. You are providing guidance and leadership to our youth. This is an intangible reward that is impossible to value.


Dates of Service:

  • Tryouts: Sunday, October 23, Sunday, October 30, Sunday, November 13 (tentatively)

  • Practices 2x a week beginning first week of January - OVR Championships

11s: April 1

14s: May 6

12s: May 7

13s: May 13

15s: May 20


Club Director:

Natalie Hauenstein

natalie.m.hauenstein@gmail.com