Location and Job Title:

Volleyball Coach
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Ave.
Tenafly, NJ 07670

Principal Responsibilities:

We are seeking a an enthusiastic, skilled, and dependable Part-Time Volleyball Coach to join our Athletics team. This year-round role is responsible for delivering high-quality volleyball instruction to players of all ages and skill levels in a welcoming, inclusive, and community-centered environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching volleyball, fostering player development, and creating positive experiences that build confidence, skills, and a lifelong love of the game.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES

Coaching & Instruction

 Provide volleyball instruction for:

o Youth and teen clinics & teams

 Teach fundamentals, technique, strategy, and sportsmanship appropriate to age and skill level

 Adapt instruction to meet diverse abilities and learning styles

 Create engaging, safe, and well-structured lesson plans

Program Support

 Support year-round volleyball programming, including seasonal sessions and special events

 Assist with player evaluations and placement when needed

 Communicate effectively with participants and families regarding progress and expectations

 Uphold program standards and JCC values

Safety & Professionalism

 Maintain a safe and positive learning environment at all times

 Ensure proper use and care of equipment and facilities

 Follow all JCC policies, procedures, and risk management guidelines

 Serve as a positive role model for participants and fellow staff

SALARY RANGE: $25-$50 per session, commensurate with experience and certifications

Minimum Qualifications:

 Strong volleyball playing and instructional background

 Experience coaching youth and teens

 Ability to teach a range of skill levels, from beginner to intermediate/advanced

 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

 Reliable, professional, and team-oriented

 Ability to work year-round with a flexible schedule

Preferred

 Prior experience in a community center, club, school, or camp setting

 CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

 Experience working in inclusive or multigenerational environments

Salary:

$25

Agency Information:

Kaplen JCC On The Palisades is a welcoming home away from home for all who pass through its front doors. Our 185,000 square foot building plus acres of outside grounds feature 2 fitness centers, an indoor and outdoor aquatics center, group exercise, spin and pilates studios, 2 gymnasiums, tennis and racquet courts, indoor track, a luxurious spa, multiple playgrounds and fields and so much more. The JCC is home to the renowned Thurnauer School of Music, Leonard and Syril Rubin Nursery School, Neil Klatskin Day Camp, and the JCC Dance and Drama Schools. The JCC is also proud to offer extensive, high quality programs and services to adults of all ages, as well as to seniors and individuals with special needs.

VISION

Our vision is to be the center point of Jewish life in our community and to engage all generations in our mission and values.

MISSION
Deeply rooted in Jewish values and tradition, the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades is a vibrant home for the Jewish People that welcomes all and cultivates the social, intellectual, physical and spiritual well-being of the entire community.

VALUES

We are committed to demonstrating the following values and ask respect for these values from those with whom we interact:

COMMUNITY
CONNECTION TO JUDAISM AND ISRAEL
INTEGRITY
QUALITY
RESPECT
RESPONSIBILITY
SAFETY
TIKKUN OLAM (repairing the world)