Head Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Blake School is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head Coach for the Girls Volleyball program. The ideal candidate will foster a positive team culture, support student-athlete development, and represent Blake's core values of integrity, respect, and excellence. The head coach is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Upper School volleyball program, including team management, practice planning, skill development, game strategy, and program leadership.

Experience and Skills:

• Lead and Manage Program
  
  

• Oversee all levels of the program (Varsity, JV, and C-squad) with a long-term vision for growth and success
  
  

• Recruit and mentor assistant coaches
  
  

• Coordinate tryouts, roster decisions, and team selections
  
  

• Player Development
  
  

• Foster the athletic, academic, and personal development of student-athletes
  
  

• Design and implement structured, progressive practices
  
  

• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and leadership among players
  
  

• Game Management
  
  

• Plan and execute game strategies and lineups
  
  

• Collaborate with athletic department on game scheduling and transportation
  
  

• Review game film to assess team and individual performance
  
  

• Communication
  
  

• Maintain regular communication with players, families, and athletic department
  
  

• Clearly articulate expectations, schedules, and team policies
  
  

• Uphold and model Blake’s values and community standards
  
  

• Administrative Duties
  
  

• Manage program budget, equipment, and uniforms
  
  

• Ensure compliance with all MSHSL rules and Blake School policies
  
  

Attend preseason meetings, postseason evaluations, and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a head or assistant volleyball coach at the high school or collegiate level
  
  

• Strong knowledge of volleyball fundamentals, strategies, and skill development
  
  

• Passion for education-based athletics and student-centered coaching
  
  

• Demonstrated ability to lead with integrity, enthusiasm, and professionalism
  
  

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
  
  

• CPR/First Aid certification and MSHSL coaching requirements (or ability to complete upon hiring)
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
  
  

Program Overview

Blake competes in the Independent Metro Athletic Conference (IMAC) and is a member of the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL). The volleyball program has a tradition of academic and athletic excellence and is supported by dedicated student-athletes, families, and faculty.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to:

Nick Rathmann
Director of Athletics
nrathmann@blakeschool.org

The Blake School is a pre-kindergarten through grade 12, co-educational, nonsectarian, independent day school enrolling 1,316 bright, talented students from nearly 56 Twin Cities-area communities. Founded in 1900, The Blake School has the advantage of facilities and campuses designed for specific developmental ages. Blake's mission is to engage students with a dynamic, academically challenging education in a diverse and supportive community committed to pluralism and a common set of values. Students pursue an integrated program of academic, artistic and athletic activities, preparing for college, lifelong learning and purposeful lives as community and global citizens. The school community is also guided by its Commitment to Pluralism and values.

The Blake School believes that a diverse society enriches all individuals and communities. Diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, geography, religion, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and marital, parental or economic status forms the fabric of our society. As a result of these beliefs, The Blake School actively seeks students, families and employees who value and contribute to the fullness of a diverse community within the context of its mission. In doing so, we recognize our responsibility to help make each person's experience a success. EOE