Job Title: HeadVolleyball Coach/Teacher Exemption Status:ExemptCertified

Reports to:Principal & Athletic Director Date Revised: 04/28/2025

Dept./School:RipleyHigh School

Job Description

Ripley High School is seeking a headvolleyball coach. Our coaches are actively engaged in the Ripley community

and embrace the mission and values of Ripley High School and Lauderdale County School district.

The role of the head volleyball coach is to be responsible for coaching character

development and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a high level

of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline sportsmanship and teamwork through volleyball.

This job requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student athletes fellow

coaches staff parents and community and well as follow the mission of the school. Positive

communication strategies organizational skills and safety awareness are key requirements.

The Head Volleyball Coach reports to the Principal and Athletic Director.

Key Elements

1. Follow and uphold the policies and mission statement of Ripley High School.
2. Plan organize and direct the Ripley High School Volleyball program.
3. Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development.

1. Ensure that team rules and regulations regarding conduct and eligibility of the athletes are clearly communicated and followed.

1. Plan organize advertise and conduct tryouts for the volleyball program; inform Athletic Department and participants of final selections. Maintain the integrity of the selection process.

1. Consult with the Athletic Director regarding any offseason training programs including scheduling dates for summer camps/practices uniform fitting prepost tryout informational parent meetings.

1. Attend informational parent meetings at the beginning of each season for all level.
2. Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of students.

1. Work directly with school athletic trainer in reporting injuries teaching precautions and procedures to ensure staff/student safety and help students prevent injuries.

1. Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards opposing team fans parents officials spectators and community.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelors degree

Valid Tennessee teaching license

Applicable endorsement for subject area(s) if required

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area(s) assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject(s) assigned

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Student teaching approved internship or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of districts curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials equipment and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by the State Board of Education board policies and administrative procedures.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals objectives and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books equipment and other instructional materials.
• Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required.

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents students colleagues and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve jobrelated skills.
• Comply with state district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer; standard instructional equipment;P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)

Posture:Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting

Motion:Frequent walking

Lifting:Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment

Environment:Work inside may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands:Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

Application Requirements:

Candidates must submit an online application and should attach a copy of all college and/or university transcripts; PRAXIS scores; proof of licensure; resume; and provide three Professional references. All suppporting documents should be attached to the application during the application process.Applicants for this position should have previous high school coaching experience. The applicantsmust possess a positive coaching philosophy and excellent communication and organizationalskills.