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St. Mark’s School in Southborough, MA, seeks a head coach for its varsity volleyball team. The position starts in late August and ends in mid-November. The school’s volleyball program is only two years old and is a member of the Independent School League. The ideal candidate should have an extensive understanding of the fundamental and tactical aspects of volleyball, several years of coaching experience, and a passion for helping student-athletes reach their potential on and off the court.

Qualifications:

• Candidates should have at least 3-4 years of coaching experience at the high school and/or college level. 
• Ability to attract and recruit student-athletes and families to St. Mark’s who will contribute to the volleyball program and the school’s overall educational program.
• Ability to positively motivate, inspire, and serve as a role model to student-athletes.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a Monday-to-Saturday practice and game schedule, including travel to away opponents. 
• Organize and conduct carefully planned practices that foster development and preparation.
• Work with our athletic training staff to ensure the health and safety of all student-athletes.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, alumni, and administration.
• Assist in the college placement process for student-athletes aspiring to play at the next level.
• Build a strong team culture that values leadership, service, and our school’s values of RUSH (Respect, Understanding, Safety, Honesty).

About St. Mark’s School: 

St. Mark’s School is a co-ed, private boarding high school of approximately 375 students with a strong, college preparatory curriculum located 22 miles west of Boston and 12 miles east of Worcester. St. Mark’s School educates young people for lives of leadership and service. Founded in 1865 as an intentionally small residential community, the School challenges its students to develop their particular analytic and creative capabilities by both inspiring their academic and spiritual curiosity and kindling their passion for discovery. We value cooperation over self-interest, and we encourage all members of our community to explore their place in the larger world beyond our campus.

St. Mark’s School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or genetics, and any other characteristic or status protected by law.