Head Varsity Beach Volleyball Coach

The Maclay School is seeking a Head Varsity Beach Volleyball Coach for the 2026 season.

Under the direction of the director of athletics the coach oversees the skill development planningand scheduling of the team throughout the season. The Maclay School prides itself on a rich academic and athletic success history. Developing student-athletes of equal passion and character is a priority of our program. Candidatesshould have knowledge and experience ofthe sportand understand how to teach mentorand motivate student-athletes.

This is a seasonal position running February through April

Responsibilities:

• A thorough understanding of techniques strategies and rules of your sport with the ability to impart this knowledge effectively to student-athletes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong relationships with students staff parents alumni and community members.
• Exemplary communication skills.
• Willingness to collaborate closely with other coaching staff and school administrators to ensure the overall success of the athletic program.
• Adherence to all school and FHSAA policies and regulations as well as the Honor Code and sportsmanship expected by the Maclay School and its athletic programs.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in your sport with preference given tocandidates who have
  • Coached at the collegiate and/or high school level.
  • Competed at the collegiate level or possesssubstantial high school experience.
  • Club coaching experience.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule that includesthe ability to travel to practices and games some of which may be scheduled on weekends.
  • Practices traditionally run from 3:00 pm ending between 5:30 and 6:00 pm on weekdays. Weekend practice times varyby sport.
• First Aid and CPR training - or willing to be trained;
• A love for working with young people and a commitment to an inclusive community

ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Requirements: To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the following physical and mental requirements are essential to the successful performance of this job:

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position the employee is regularly required to sit stand walk talk and hear. The role requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds occasionally. Specific vision abilities required include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate similar to a standard school environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
• Cognitive and Emotional Requirements: The candidate must be able to analyze reason and problem-solve effectively. The ability to manage multiple priorities maintain emotional control under stress and communicate clearly and professionally is essential.
• About Maclay School: Maclay School is an independent non-sectarian college preparatory school located on 100 beautiful acres in northern Tallahassee Florida. Our Lower School program which begins with a nurturing preschool for three- and four-year-old children continues in the Jablon Lower School. Here students are supported in a warm family-oriented environment that emphasizes personal growth academic rigor and character development. With a focus on individualized learning and a commitment to excellence Maclay School provides a safe space where students are encouraged to take risks stretch their thinking and achieve their fullest potential.
• This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the academic success of Maclays youngest learners while supporting and developing the professional capacity of teachers.
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: Maclay School is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion gender sex national origin age disability military status genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.