High School Volleyball Coach - After-School Program

BASIS Independent Schools, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, is a national network of PreK-12 private, secular schools that educate students to the highest international levels. Our ten campuses, located in some of the most bustling, dynamic metropolitan areas in the country, are part of the BASIS Curriculum Schools global network. We believe in setting a higher standard for students and promoting self-reliance and accountability in a culture where hard work is celebrated, and intellectual pursuits result in extraordinary outcomes.

Position Summary:

BASIS Independent Manhattan Upper School is seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced Head Coach to lead our Girls' Varsity Volleyball program. The Head Coach will be responsible for all aspects of the varsity volleyball program, including but not limited to player development, strategic planning, team management, fostering a positive and competitive team culture, and ensuring the program aligns with the school's mission and values. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of volleyball techniques and strategies, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to the academic and personal growth of student-athletes.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive vision and philosophy for the girls' varsity volleyball program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and academic success.
• Plan, organize, and conduct effective practices and training sessions that focus on fundamental skills, advanced techniques, game strategies, and physical conditioning. Provide constructive feedback and individualized instruction to student-athletes.
• Develop and implement game strategies and tactics. Make informed decisions during competitions to maximize team performance.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive team environment that promotes strong relationships, accountability, and a commitment to team goals.
• Prioritize the academic progress, physical health, and emotional well-being of all student-athletes. Serve as a positive role model and mentor.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with players, parents, and school administration.
• Ensure adherence to all school policies, athletic department guidelines, league rules, and state athletic association regulations.
• Oversee and mentor any assistant coaches, ensuring alignment with the program's philosophy and goals.
• Stay current with coaching techniques, rule changes, and best practices in volleyball.

Qualifications:

• Previous successful coaching experience at the high school level or equivalent
• Comprehensive knowledge of volleyball techniques, strategies, and rules.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes.
• Demonstrated commitment to the academic and personal development of student-athletes.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Successful completion of background checks and other required clearances.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively "Company") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.