JV Volleyball Coach​/Assistant Varsity Coach

JV Volleyball Coach/Assistant Varsity Coach

About Our Academy

Will Carleton Classical Academy brings the back to basics approach of education to the classroom. This school's traditional curriculum and educational atmosphere is founded in the intellectual development and the character formation of the students. WCA knows that teachers are the heart of the school and are surrounded by a support system that is committed to the success of every child.

We will provide students with an orderly and beautiful environment maintained through discipline and strengthened by constant exposure to the wonder and joy of learning.

A successful candidate for this position has:

• An unwavering belief that students need an intentional and consistent focus on virtue.
• A love for children and a strong desire to cultivate the wonder and joy of learning everyday.
• An ability to be a subject‑matter expert, and share your love of the liberal arts tradition.
• An ability to build relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• A desire to foster a tight‑knit community in and out of the classroom.

About the role

Season runs August 10–mid-November, 2026

Responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. Position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

What you'll do

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
• Assesses players’ skills and assigns team positions.
• Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Works with the Athletic Director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met; encourages student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student.
• Follows MHSAA, and school regulations governing the athletic program.
• Models sportsman‑like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance and requisitioning of equipment, supplies and uniforms.
• Models non discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Carries out other duties assigned by the school leader.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Experience as a coach or assistant coach at the middle or high school level.
• Effective coaching techniques and skills.
• A thorough knowledge of the MHSAA rules, regulations, strategies and techniques of the sport.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents and students.