Description
Compensation:
This is a seasonal, part-time position.
Compensation Range: $5,000 – $8,000, commensurate with experience and team assignment (Varsity or JV).
Exciting Opportunity at University High School in San Francisco, California
San Francisco University High School (UHS) is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and passionate candidate who shares its core values: Inquiry, Care, Integrity, Agency, and Interconnection. Collegial and collaborative, the successful candidate will join a dynamic athletic department that believes that athletics is an integral and valuable component of our students’ overall educational experience. We believe that student-athletes benefit not only physically and emotionally by participating and competing in sports, and that one of our fundamental responsibilities is to help student-athletes develop critical skills (e.g., teamwork, resilience, leadership, tenacity, etc.) that promote success in the classroom, in college and in life.
About San Francisco University High School:
UHS, is a coeducational independent day school in San Francisco, California with 514 students in grades 9-12. Founded in 1975, the school’s mission is to challenge each individual to live a life of integrity, inquiry, and purpose larger than the self. UHS is located in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco.
Position Overview:
University High School is seeking energetic and dedicated Assistant Coaches for its Junior Varsity and Frosh-Soph Girls Volleyball teams. These part-time, seasonal roles are ideal for individuals who love teaching the game, mentoring student-athletes, and supporting a positive, team-first culture. Assistant Coaches work under the direction of the JV or Frosh-Soph Head Coach to support the development of players at various skill levels while reinforcing the values of respect, accountability, and sportsmanship.
The ideal candidates will bring enthusiasm, patience, and a growth mindset—both on and off the court. These roles are central to helping student-athletes develop confidence, skills, and a lifelong love for the game.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist in the planning and execution of daily practices and match-day responsibilities.
- Support the Head Coach in building a team environment centered on effort, improvement, and respect.
- Help lead warm-ups, skill development drills, and game simulations in practice.
- Provide feedback and encouragement to student-athletes during matches and throughout the season.
- Reinforce team standards and support a safe and inclusive athletic environment.
- Collaborate with the JV or Frosh-Soph Head Coach and Athletic Department to meet team needs.
- Uphold University High School, Bay Counties League–West, and North Coast Section guidelines and expectations.
- Maintain appropriate supervision of athletes before, during, and after practices and matches.
- Assist in communication with athletes and families, as appropriate, under the guidance of the Head Coach.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Prior playing and/or coaching experience at the youth, club, high school, or collegiate level.
- Knowledge of volleyball fundamentals, strategies, and competitive play.
- Ability to communicate clearly, positively, and constructively with young athletes.
- Can demonstrate drills and participate in practice activities when necessary.
- Strong organizational skills and a willingness to take initiative.
- CPR and First Aid certifications required (or willingness to obtain prior to the season).
Non-Discrimination Statement:
University High School values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds. All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, creed, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
