WELCOME TO INDIANAPOLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLSAt IPS we believe in the transformative power of education. We work collectively every day to prepare our students for success in the classroom and in life by providing equitable high-quality educational experiences across our family of schools. IPS is a place to make an impact grow your career and ensure every student has access to a high quality education all while earning a good living in a district on the move. While the work is challenging it is deeply meaningful and impactful. We seek innovators and trailblazers who bring varying experiences and expertise and share our belief that every child deserves access to an exceptional education. As part of TeamIPS youll create lasting connections find a sense of belonging and feel supported to make a meaningful difference in students lives.In return no matter your role here we expect a commitment to excellence and accountability. Youll be held to high standards. Resilience and passion are key-you must be adaptable handling adversity with flexibility while putting students at the heart of everything you do. Ethical conduct clear communication and mutual respect are fundamental. Being a dependable collaborative team player who builds meaningful relationships is essential.Together we are Proving Whats Possible by building a community where everyone belongs and each student has the opportunity to fulfill their potential.A Career in IPS Offers…Purpose and ImpactEssential Contributions In every non-teaching and non-leadership role your work directly supports the success of IPS students and schools. Whether youre maintaining facilities providing student services or managing administrative operations you play a key part in ensuring an equitable and high-quality educational environment.Belonging and Community IPS is a place where every employee is valued. Youll join a supportive community that promotes respect teamwork and a shared commitment to serving students and families.Professional and Personal GrowthTraining and Development Opportunities IPS offers a variety of training programs to help staff build new skills and grow professionally. This includes access to development opportunities for administrative technical and operational roles as well as pathways to becoming a certified teacher.Skill Enhancement Whether youre new to your role or seeking to deepen your expertise IPS provides resources and support for continuous improvement.What We ExpectProfessionalism and Reliability Every role at IPS is vital to the districts success. We expect staff to demonstrate professionalism dependability and a commitment to providing excellent service to students educators and families.Collaboration and Communication IPS values teamwork. Working collaboratively with your colleagues ensures a supportive environment for all. Clear communication and mutual respect are key to maintaining this culture.Flexibility and Problem-Solving As a large dynamic district IPS needs staff who are adaptable and proactive in solving problems to meet the ever-changing needs of students and schools.JOIN USIndianapolis Public Schools is more than a workplace its a community where purpose impact and belonging come together to help Prove Whats Possible - in your career and in your school. If youre ready to embrace challenges strive for excellence and make a meaningful impact IPS is the place for you.SUMMARY OF OPPORTUNITYThe Volleyball Assistant Coach assists with all coaching related activities developing and sustaining a successful program with a strong emphasis in skill development sportsmanship teamwork developing character with a degree of discipline.It is imperative that the successful candidate demonstrates a proven aptitude for coaching illustrated by a strong work ethic organizational skills and the ability to help produce results. The Assistant coach will report to the Head Coach Athletic Coordinator and performance will be evaluated by the Athletic Coordinator and Principal.WHAT YOULL DOAssist with planning organizing promoting and conducting tryouts for the sport.May be required to work with the Head Coach and Athletic Coordinator to schedule contests.Helps coach during each game.Helps develop appropriate training programs and practice schedules.Helps study the skills and abilities of each student-athlete on the team and puts them in position to be successful and contributes to the team success.Creates a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of student-athletes.Travels with student-athletes and team personnel on the team bus both to and from games.Maintains necessary records and completes required paperwork in a specified time and manner.Helps enforce discipline policies and emphasizes sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles.Helps supervise student-athletes in locker rooms at home and away games and ensure appropriate behavior.Helps ensure the rules and regulations of conduct and eligibility of student-athletes are effectively communicated and followed throughout the year.Professionally represents the school and the district in interactions with students parents crowd staff officials competition and others.EDUCATION CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTSRequired Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesSufficient knowledge of the sport of Volleyball.Ability to motivate teach and recruit qualified student-athletes.The ability to handle stressful situations and keep tempers in check.Exhibits high standards of professional ethics and conduct.FLSA CLASSIFICATIONExemptELIGIBILITY FOR REMOTE WORKNot eligibleWORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully preform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly to talk or listen. The employee is frequently required to stand walksitand use hands to finger handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms climb or balance and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift andor move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and or move athletic equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must have the ability to demonstrate the proper techniques and skills needed for athletic participation.EEOC STATEMENTIndianapolis Public Schools in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies will not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race color religion creed national origin or ancestry sex age physical or mental disability pregnancy veteran or military status genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status familial status domestic violence victim status homelessness or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal state or local laws regulations or ordinances. Indianapolis Public Schools does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.DISCLAIMEREssential functions as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the above representative duties knowledge and skills. This job description is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive list of all essential functions and duties performed by the occupant of this position. Factors such as regular and punctual attendance are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function.