The Albany Academies
Girl’s Head Varsity Volleyball Coach
Starting Fall 2024
School Overview
The Albany Academies is an independent, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 and Post-graduate, educational institution located in Albany, New York that coordinate single-sex and co-educational learning environments to develop diligent students of high character who become curious, critical thinkers.
At The Albany Academies, the active expression of different perspectives and life experiences plays a vital role in the life of the school. In harmony with our Mission Statement and reflective of our Core Values, the Academies are committed to a safe, diverse, inclusive, equitable, and just school climate dedicated to inclusive excellence.
Our vision is to maintain and improve the reputation of The Albany Academies as a premier academic institution that develops high-character, intellectually curious students and prepares them for future success. We employ talented faculty and staff who are respected for following current educational best practices. These powerful educators teach time-honored content and skills that our graduates use to be successful in higher education and life beyond. They also collaborate cross-departmentally and divisionally in spaces and programs geared towards educational student experiences and design thinking. This approach allows us to provide innovative learning experiences, authentic leadership opportunities, and abundant co-curricular opportunities for student engagement.
For additional information about the school go to AlbanyAcademeis.org
The Volleyball Program
We offer a wide range of athletic teams for students starting in grade 7. Student athletes are expected to participate in multiple sports. Our coaches focus on teamwork, the development of each individual and are passionate about their sport.
Within the volleyball program we field a modified team, which serves as a training ground for skill building, enjoyment, competition, and dedication to the work required to produce rewards. At the high school level, key to our mission is preparing students for a successful college experience and the junior varsity and varsity teams play a role by developing teamwork, goal setting, leadership and sportsmanship that sets these athletes apart.
The Role
The Head Varsity Volleyball Coach is responsible, in collaboration with the Athletic Director, for the success of the volleyball program. The most intense periods of time commitment occur during the fall season.
· Manage and oversee preseason, in-season practices and competitions
· Provide input and evaluation on player development
· Select, manage, and mentor varsity assistant coaches
· Align coaches at all levels around a unified mindset and approach to the game
· Maintain professional conduct
· Ensure that the program adheres to the rules regulations of NYSPHSAA and Section II
· Support the Admissions’ team
· Support the College Counselor and the student-athletes in the college placement process
· Uphold the values and mission of The Albany Academies
Experience
· Head volleyball coaching
· Volleyball program builder
· Admissions support
· Supporting the placement of student-athletes at the college level
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree
- First Aid and CPR
- Successful background check
- New York State harassment prevention certification (will train)
- Concussion management (will train)
- Coaching certification (Academy will support throughout this process)
Characteristics
- Leader of others
- Developer of young women
- Passionate about volleyball
Reports to: Athletic Director
Compensation: $3,200 per season
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $3,200.00 per year
Grade levels:
Experience:
- Volleyball coaching: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person