High School Volleyball Coach Men's

**Position:** High School Volleyball Coach (Men's)

**Vacancy at:** Lincoln King Academy High School, 13436 Grove St, Detroit, MI 48235

WHO WE ARE

Cornerstone Education Group is a non-profit organization that manages the Cornerstone Charter School network in Detroit, serving the community for nearly 30 years. Our Mission is to prepare our students to live a Complete Life through an excellent education, a foundation of strong character, meaningful relationships, and real-world experiences for career and/or college. We need further to encourage our broad and beloved Cornerstone community to live the Complete Life as well. We seek to hire top talent to help us fulfill this great mission.

THE CORNERSTONE FAMILY

Our faculty, staff, parents and students are all part of the Cornerstone family. We work hard together to help each other succeed. If you want to work alongside a group of people who are passionate about what they do, the city in which they do it, and the families they serve, then Cornerstone is the right place for you.

**TITLE:** Volleyball Coach

**REPORTS TO:** Director of Athletics

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

The role of the Volleyball Coach is to teach fundamental skills for post high school opportunities while using Volleyball as a tool to develop a Complete Life. Cornerstone Education Group sees the role of the Volleyball Coach as being someone who, in addition to having a high level of knowledge in coaching the sport of Volleyball but can also model a virtuous life beyond the classroom. Ideally it will be someone who can coach our students in a highly competitive sport yet help them keep a balance in all aspects of their lives, spiritually, socially, mentally and physically. Student athletes promote school spirit, school pride, and encourage the members of the athletic teams. Their involvement and enthusiasm in the Cornerstone community helps current and future students desire to be part of the community. The Volleyball Coach is responsible for the operation of the program while remaining in compliance with the Board of Education, district, building and MHSAA rules and policies. The district supports promotion of internal candidates.

HERE'S WHAT EVERYONE AT CORNERSTONE DOES

• the ability to prioritize student-learning needs over the customs, routines, and established relationships that can stand in the way of necessary change
• the strong desire to achieve outstanding results in a short amount of time
• the ability to motivate others and influence their behaviors
• the power to stay visibly focused and self-assured
• the talent to foster collective responsibility and ownership for greater student achievement
• the aptitude to sustain an effective system of shared leadership and responsibility throughout Cornerstone

HERE'S WHY WE'LL LOVE YOU

• Proof of a minimum of an Associate Degree or equivalent (evidence of 60 hours of current credits) and evidence of a certified plan towards a Bachelor's Degree must be present at the time of application
• Applicants must provide evidence of experience in high school and/or college sports, in the area of the applicable position
• Must have at least three (3) years of previous coaching experience
• Must have knowledge of athletic procedures
• Verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills required
• Pass a background check and drug screening

Responsibilities

• Must provide and organize adequate supervision before, during, and after practices/games for all scholar-athletes
• The coaching position is responsible for adhering to the athletic policy approved by the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA)
• Develop, recommend, and implement specific training/conditioning programs and skills development programs
• Work with other students, faculty, and staff to support the retention of student-athletes
• Promote teamwork, set high standards, and support the academic, personal, and leadership development of its students
• Must provide a consistent schedule of time for scholar-athletes to have an academic study table
• Provide an atmosphere conducive to good sportsmanship and stewardship
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and school staff
• Works with the Athletics Director in scheduling facilities for practices and…