ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – ASSISTANT COACH, JUNIOR HIGH VOLLEYBALL

1. Assists the Head Coach in teaching fundamental and advanced volleyball skills, game strategies, rules, and techniques appropriate for junior high student-athletes.
2. Promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, responsibility, leadership, and positive character development among student-athletes.
3. Assists in organizing and supervising practices, games, conditioning sessions, and team activities in a safe and structured manner.
4. Demonstrates a commitment to the volleyball program through attendance at practices, contests, meetings, and related activities, including evenings and weekends.
5. Assists in monitoring the academic progress, attendance, eligibility, and conduct of student-athletes.
6. Supervises student-athletes during practices, contests, transportation, locker room activities, and team events to ensure safety and appropriate behavior.
7. Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with all district, league, and PIAA rules, regulations, and policies.
8. Assists with the care, inventory, setup, and storage of uniforms, equipment, and facilities.
9. Responds appropriately to injuries and emergencies by following first aid procedures and district protocols.
10. Maintains effective and professional communication with student-athletes, parents/guardians, staff, administration, and community members.
11. Serves as a positive role model and representative of the school district and athletic program at all times.
12. Attends required athletic department meetings, trainings, and rules interpretation meetings as assigned.
13. Ensures all required coaching certifications, clearances, and mandated trainings remain current and in compliance with district and PIAA requirements.
14. Performs other duties related to the position as assigned by the Head Coach, Athletic Director, or Administration.

ASSISTANT COACH – JUNIOR HIGH VOLLEYBALL

The Moshannon Valley School District is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Coach – Junior High Volleyball. This position assists the Head Coach in developing and supervising the junior high volleyball program while fostering sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, skill development, and positive character among student-athletes.

The Assistant Coach will help organize and supervise practices and contests, provide instruction in volleyball fundamentals and game strategies, assist with player development, and support the overall operation of the program. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills while serving as a positive role model for student-athletes both on and off the court.

Candidates must possess all required coaching clearances, certifications, and trainings in accordance with district and PIAA requirements. Previous coaching and/or playing experience in volleyball is preferred.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and any relevant coaching certifications/credentials for this anticipated position.

All required clearances and Mandated Reporter Training certificates must be completed prior to working with students. A physical examination and TB test will also be required for employment.