Girls Junior Varsity Water Polo - Head Coach

Girls Head Junior Varsity Water Polo Coach Marin Academy is seeking candidates for their Girl’s Junior Varsity Water Polo Head Coach position. In addition to having strong water polo knowledge and coaching experience, candidates must be professional and positive and have flexible afternoon and evening schedules. A strong candidate for this position would have head coaching experience at the high school and/or collegiate levels. The season runs from Monday, August 11, through late end-October. Qualifications: ● Previous successful coaching experience at the high school level, preferably within the previous four years. ● Collegiate-level playing experience in this sport is highly desirable, with high school-level playing experience expected as a minimum requirement. ● Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to implement effective coaching theory, strategies, and techniques appropriate for high school athletes. ● Ability to supervise, organize, and motivate a coaching staff at all levels. ● Ability to motivate student-athletes to participate and sustain their interests in the program. ● Demonstrate proper sportsmanship and respect for players, officials, opponents, fans, and other coaches. ● Maintain good public relations and cooperative relationships with media, parents, officials, students, staff, and school administration. ● Serve as a positive role model for students, coaching staff, and the Marin ● Work effectively with student-athletes of varying abilities and cultural backgrounds to instill commitment, discipline, and teamwork. ● Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to and keep abreast of NFHS, CIF, NCS, and League rules. ● Assume responsibility for inventory, selection, and care of equipment. ● Assume responsibility for proper care of the school facilities. ● Responsible for the supervision of all students affiliated with the team. ● Report injuries to Athletic Trainer, Athletic Director, and Assoc. Athletic Director in a timely manner. ● Adhere to Junior Varsity Head Coach job functions as listed in the Coaches Handbook as well as general policies of the school. ● Demonstrated Skill in using state-of-the-art technology in coaching and assisting student-athletes to improve their skills, knowledge, and ability to train. ● Availability to coach during school vacation periods. ● CPR, Concussion, First-Aid, Sudden Cardiac Arrest, and Heat Illness Prevention Certified (or be willing to get certified upon hire). Other Job Duties: ● Attend mandatory pre & post-season coaches meetings with the Athletic Department. ● Attend the end-of-year Athletic Awards Celebration. ● Requisition supplies, materials, and equipment as needed and as approved by the Athletic Director. ● Provide game results to the Athletic Dept Staff; keep season and game-by-game statistics and records; provide statistical reports to the Athletic Director as needed and/or requested. ● Provide statistical information to our League, NCS, or CIF upon request. ● Adhere to CIF Ethical Guidelines for Coaches and the school’s code of conduct. ● Assist the Athletic Director & Assoc. Athletic Director in selecting assistant coaches. ● Apply discipline in a positive, firm, and consistent manner according to school policy and the athletic department's mission. ● Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director. Coaching Term: Hire date Through 6/30/2026 Stipend: $2,500-$4,000 Requirements include a valid California driver’s license, TB test, and LiveScan background check. Additionally, ASEP or NFHS CA Coaching Certification is mandated by the CIF for all high school coaches. All Marin Academy coaches must become certified by the Positive Coaching Alliance. A member of the Bay Area Conference, Marin Academy is an independent high school located in San Rafael, California. Marin Academy’s athletic program is committed to excellence, the teaching of life lessons through sport, and a positive athletic experience. The Wildcats program has been nationally recognized as an Outstanding Youth Organization by the Positive Coaching Alliance and has a long-standing relationship with the PCA. Marin Academy is an equal-opportunity employer, and women and people of color are encouraged to apply. If interested, please email your cover letter and resume to Rob Rafeh, Director of Athletics, at rrafeh@ma.org. Thank you.

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