McLean School (mcleanschool.org), a K-12 co-educational independent school in Potomac, Maryland, seeks applicants for a Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball Coach (Grades 9-12)

for the Fall 2026 season, which runs from August through the end of October.

McLean School has, for over 70 years, helped bright students realize their full potential by providing a comprehensive college-preparatory program that emphasizes small classes and differentiated instruction. Through our Abilities Model®, we embrace both traditional learners and those with mild-to-moderate learning challenges. We recognize and teach individual strengths, responding to areas of challenge, but never defining students by them.

The Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball Coach is responsible for overseeing the team, serving as a positive role model, and supporting the School's Mission and Core Values.

This position reports directly to the Director of Athletics, Coaching, and Mentoring.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have
experience as a youth, high school, and/or club-level coach, experience with providing differentiated instruction to athletes of all levels, effective written and oral communication skills, knowledge of the fundamentals and techniques of competitive volleyball, an ability to build relationships and work well with others, and a sharp perspective on the role of athletics in the educational experience.

Essential Duties

Be a positive role model
Plan, direct, and administer policies for all team practices and matches
Communicate team expectations at the start of the season
Design training sessions that are dynamic, engaging, and provide a challenge
Create an environment of respect that is rooted in hard work, teamwork, sportsmanship, and supporting teammates
Communicate with athletes and parents
Ensure proper safety measures are observed when conducting team activities
Attend seasonal coaches' meetings
Give appropriate attention, care, and follow-up to student-athletes who are injured or ill, including filling out injury report forms

McLean School is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, genetic status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please contact Director of Executive Support & Recruitment, Robin Speller.

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