Boys Varsity Volleyball Head Coach

EF Academy, Pasadena is looking for a Head Coach to help lead the Boys Volleyball program that will emphasize the development of life skills, and provide a valuable experience for students, in support of the mission and vision of EF Academy. The Head Coach reports to the Athletic Director and is responsible for day-to-day supervision of assigned assistant coaches; all coaches ultimately report to the Athletic Director.  

EF Academy Ethos:

We take our responsibility of ‘in loco parentis’ very seriously.

We develop the whole student. They grow tremendously as people by taking an active part in campus life. They discover new talents and hobbies, and unlock their leadership potential through sports, clubs, the arts, student government and community service.

 
Minimum Requirements:

• Experience playing and/or coaching competitive athletics, particularly indoor volleyball, at or above the high school level for 3 years.
• Acquire, possess, and maintain current coaching certifications and trainings as required by CIF and the State of California before employment can begin.
• 3+ years working with high school aged students preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of volleyball skills, concepts, and strategies.
• Ability to implement, teach, and coach volleyball rotations.
• Possess a California Driver’s License to transport students off-campus.

Professional Qualifications and Qualities:

• Motivated, adaptable, and visionary leader.
• Demonstrates teamwork, humility, and support in identifying, pursuing, and achieving a shared vision.
• Effectively communicates with students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Manages time effectively while meeting deadlines and commitments.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership, supervision, and overall organization of the assigned athletic team.
• Embrace the responsibility for the care of athletes and the team, in support of in loco parentis.
• Assess and instructs athletes, individually and in groups, regarding the basic and advanced nuances of the assigned sport, including sport-specific rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques.
• Strategize, prepare, supervise, and coach the assigned athletic team at all scheduled practices, games, and events.
• Establish, maintain, and model expectations of behavior for athletes and the team that reflect positively upon EF Academy Pasadena.
• Demonstrate and promote sportsmanship towards opponents, teammates, officials, and spectators.
• Serve as a mentor to athletes, supporting and encouraging their holistic growth.
• Frequently and proactively collaborate with the Athletic Director regarding scheduling, transportation, facility, equipment, and other team needs.
• Drive the athletic team to all off-campus events, particularly competitions.
• Implement and ensure proper care, use, and safety of athletic equipment, supplies, and facilities.
• Implement, follow, and monitor athletic team compliance with all CIF-SS, Athletic Department, and EF Academy rules and regulations. 
• Follow established procedures in the event of an athletic injury, including chaperoning an athlete to an Urgent Care or hospital as required.
• Frequently collaborate with the Health Center regarding health-related situations of athletes that may impact their availability.
• Collaborate regarding team lifts, workouts, and conditioning.
• Attend meetings and award ceremonies as requested.
• Be an active participant with the EF community.
• Other duties as assigned.

 
Working Schedule:

Athletic teams are permitted to practice up to 18 hours per week, and up to 4 hours per day (with a competition day counting as 3 hours). Working schedule is dependent upon finalizing team practice schedules, travel schedules (departure/return times), applicant availability, and competition schedules. Sundays are always off. Schedule will likely vary week-to-week, will include occasional nights and weekends, and is subject to change. The position will start no later than Monday, February 4, and will conclude the later half of April. Practices or games are held each weekday. The weekly hours will vary, but it will likely range from 12-20 hours per week. There are no practices/games from March 7 through March 26.

 Weekday practices will be in one of these windows (PST):

• 6:00-8:00am
• 3:45-5:45pm
• 7:15-9:15pm

 
Compensation:

This is an hourly position, and the anticipated hiring range is $25-30 per hour.