Middle School Volleyball Coach

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ON THE MJSD WEBSITE HERE

We are seeking positive, energetic, and dedicated individuals to serve as Middle School Volleyball Coaches. Coaches will create a supportive team environment that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence-building, and personal growth for student-athletes.

The ideal candidate is an encouraging adult mentor who is passionate about working with middle school students and helping athletes develop both on and off the court.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop volleyball fundamentals including:

• Passing

• Serving

• Setting

• Hitting

• Defensive positioning

• Court communication

• Introduce and implement team systems, including a 6-2 rotation.

• Build players' confidence through positive feedback, encouragement, and skill progression.

• Foster teamwork, leadership, accountability, and good sportsmanship.

• Plan and lead organized, engaging, and age-appropriate practices.

• Provide instruction that supports athletes of varying skill levels.

• Serve as a positive role model and trusted adult mentor for student-athletes.

• Maintain effective communication with players, families, coaching staff, and school personnel.

• Supervise athletes during practices, matches, and team activities while ensuring a safe and respectful environment.

• Promote a fun, inclusive, and competitive team culture focused on growth and effort.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of volleyball fundamentals and game strategies, including experience with a 6-2 offensive system preferred.
• Ability to effectively teach and motivate middle school student-athletes.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to building positive relationships with students.
• Prior coaching or playing experience preferred but not required.
• Must meet all school/district coaching and background check requirements.

Desired Characteristics

We are looking for coaches who are:

• Positive and encouraging
• Patient and supportive
• Engaging and enthusiastic
• Dependable and organized
• Passionate about youth development
• Focused on creating a confident and inclusive team environment

This position provides an opportunity to make a lasting impact on student-athletes by helping them grow in confidence, skill, teamwork, and character through the game of volleyball.

Timeframe: Mid-August to Mid-October (Monday-Friday)

Pay: $1977

Contacts: Middle School Athletic Director: Andrea Buttles (buttlesa@mjsd.k12.wi.us) and Varsity Volleyball Coach: Jessica Grabig (grabigj@mjsd.k12.wi.us)