Assistant Volleyball Coach I

Assistant Volleyball Coach I Location: Shoreline, WA Employment Status: Seasonal Compensation: Stipend $1500-$3500, DOE Position Summary The Assistant Volleyball Coach I provides a Christ‑centered environment for student‑athletes to excel as individuals and as members of a team, carrying out King’s School mission and vision while bringing innovative ideas and techniques to the athletic playing field. Essential Functions Yearly Preparation Understand and teach Volleyball rules and regulations as presented in the WIAA Handbook, conference guidelines, and NFHS rule book. Keep abreast of all rule changes. Keep abreast of new developments, innovative ideas and techniques by attending coach clinics (concussion, cardiac arrest, general rules and sport‑specific rules clinics each year), workshops, and reading up on coaching techniques. Assist head coach in carrying out assigned responsibilities. Provide continuous promotion of the King’s Schools Athletic programs. Be supportive of the head coach and the program developed by the head coach. Always conduct yourself in a professional manner becoming of an assistant coach. Be knowledgeable about the information contained in the coach’s handbook, including King’s Child Protection Policy. Seasonal Responsibilities Pre‑Season Complete rules clinic prior to the start of the season. Assist the head coach in the proper registration of all participants. Assist the head coach in systematically issuing equipment. Meet with all participants to discuss all rules and regulations developed for the program, with particular emphasis on the Athletic Code. Attend organizational meetings with the head coach to formulate plans for the coming season. During the Season Regularly attend all practices and contests. Conduct reflecting a Christ‑like, moral, ethical and professional manner expected of a coach. Assist in implementing the Athletic Core Covenants. Assume responsibility for the care of equipment and facilities. Immediately and systematically check in all equipment for any athlete that finishes the season early, and store equipment in the appropriate place, reporting any lost equipment to the head coach. Assume supervisory control and responsibility over athletes and teams as assigned. Apply discipline in a firm and positive manner. Emphasize safety precautions and injury‑preventive methods, applying knowledge of the emergency protocol, procedures and emergency action plan, and monitoring athletes for signs of illness or injury. Promote good sportsmanship and citizenship, emphasizing ethical behavior at all times. Assist the head coach in evaluating the program, players, and the progress of both. Assist the head coach in every manner to insure that the program is a positive educational experience for all participants. End of Season Assist in the return, storage and inventory of school equipment. Recommend athletes for awards, attending athletic awards night. Provide feedback on facility maintenance and improvement ideas. Recommend schedule improvements to head coach. Make reports as requested by the head coach and athletic director.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior. Committed Christian dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development, evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (daily prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.). Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own life and in their ministry at CRISTA. Engages ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals. Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC). Conducts themselves in a manner reflecting well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with the mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC). Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

EXPERIENCE

Previous coaching experience recommended.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

Coaching certification through FinalForms.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Ability to pass background checks relating to DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions. Must agree with King’s Mission and Vision. Optionally possess and maintain van certification. Possess and maintain a valid CPR/AED/First Aid card and keep abreast of the latest information regarding the safety of athletes in competition. Annually meet or exceed the WIAA coaching standards as published in the WIAA Handbook or in the King’s Schools Coaches Handbook. Have understanding and knowledge of King’s School’s philosophy and goals.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent. Experience Volleyball Coaching experience preferred.

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION

CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith‑based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy. Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation. #J-18808-Ljbffr King's Schools