Athletic Coach

Job Title:  Girls Varsity Volleyball Coach 

Reports to: Athletic Director/Principal

Job Summary

The Athletic Coach is responsible for coaching the team, focusing on teaching proper technique, as well as offensive and defensive strategies.  HPS coaches are responsible for fostering a positive and competitive team environment while helping student athletes grow in both their skills and personal character.  Requires in-depth knowledge of the rules, strategies, and techniques of the specific sport you coach.  Coaching staff report directly to the Athletic Director and are expected to follow the policies and procedures of Hingham Public Schools

Qualifications 

• Experience coaching high school specific sport; experience working with students.
• Flexible problem solver with strong sense of initiate and personal responsibility
• Experience working with various stakeholders within a school community
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Trained/Certified or will become trained/certified in CPR, and First Aid/Concussion

Responsibilities

• Design and implement effective practice sessions focused on skill development, course strategy, and sportsmanship
• Teach the skills and strategies to student-athletes in grades 9-12. 
• Be a role-model and teacher of the game, fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and teamwork 
• Support student athletes in achieving both athletic and academic success 
• Work collaboratively with entire coaching staff to ensure program consistency and continuity
• Other duties may include; practice, game day coaching, conditioning of athletes, supervision of athletes, maintenance of practice facility and equipment, determine awards for students and provide the athletic department with a list of team needs

Terms of Employment

• Seasonal Position
• Stipend payment in agreement with the HEA Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement 
• Employment contingent upon successful completion of background checks pursuant to federal and/or state laws

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hingham Public Schools does not discriminate in its educational and/or operational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender (including pregnancy), gender identify and/or expression (including a transgender identity), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.