Head Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach

School Year: 2026-2027

About MICDS

MICDS has a rich and distinctive history spanning more than 150 years. A leader in independent education MICDS is a college-prep coeducational school for grades JK-12. Our mission is to help students discover their unique talents preparing them for higher education and a life of purpose and service as engaged citizens in our ever-changing world.

Application Process

For immediate consideration complete our online application at and upload a copy of your cover letter and resume.

Job Summary

MICDS is accepting applications for a Head Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach. Applicants must meet Missouri State High School Athletic Association requirements for position and Sports First Aid requirements. The ideal candidate will have prior coaching or playing experience enthusiasm for leading student athletes and strong athletic and personal references.

This position is a part-time position that is not benefit eligible. However the position can be combined with a full-time classroom teaching position--in a subject area that coincides with our current needsin which case a very competitive and extensive benefit package will be included.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for supervising coordinating and supporting staff of Upper or Middle School Assistant Coaches in conjunction with the Director of Athletics.
• Responsible for the instruction of MICDS students/athletes in the fundamental skills strategies and physical training necessary to meet the goals of both the MICDS Mission statement and MICDS Athletic Goals and Objectives.
• Provides instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values strong work ethic responsibility teamwork sportsmanship self-discipline leadership and self-confidence.
• Responsible for holding an annual meeting of players and parents to cover topics included in the athletic department pre-season meeting checklist.
• Accepts and recognizes that our athletic programs have a considerable component of public exposure and a significant influence on the entire school community. These inherent pressures are a considerable responsibility but must be kept as secondary to the objectives of good sportsmanship and life-long learning and emotional health for students.
• Maintains discipline and works to increase morale and cooperation within the school athletic program and school community.
• Supervises practices games and team trips.
• Updates knowledge of technical aspects of the assigned sport and willingness to continue to learn and examine new ideas pertinent to the assigned sport or coaching in general.

• Establishes a policy with parents and players to address issues or concerns and updates the athletic director frequently during season about any issues concerns or highlights.
• Works with athletic director in scheduling and requirements for tournaments and special sports events.
• Establishes announces maintains and submits team records statistics and requirements for lettering.
• Maintains inventory of uniform/equipment issued.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the Schools discretion.

Other Information

• A criminal history and background check is required and must be successfully completed prior to employment.