Lead Volleyball Instructor / Referee

Department: Sports
Reports to: Sports & Programs Director
Position: Part-Time
Primary Focus: Youth Volleyball

Position Overview

The Lead Volleyball Instructor / Referee will work alongside the Sports & Programs Director to deliver and grow quality volleyball programming. This position will lead instructional programs, support assistant coaches, referee league games, and help create a positive, organized environment focused on player development.

The immediate focus will be launching Volleyball Skills, Drills & 3v3! beginning November 4th.

Key Responsibilities

Volleyball Instruction

• Execute program curriculum and session plans.
• Teach serving, passing, setting, hitting, defense, positioning, and game play.
• Provide instruction and feedback appropriate for different skill levels.
• Keep sessions active, organized, and engaging.

Assistant Coach Leadership

• Lead and communicate with the partnered Assistant Volleyball Coach.
• Delegate responsibilities and provide guidance during practices and programs.
• Model strong coaching and professionalism.

Volleyball Refereeing

• Referee YMCA youth volleyball league games.
• Apply rules fairly and consistently.
• Manage game flow while promoting safety and sportsmanship.
• Communicate professionally with players and coaches.

Program Development

• Work with the Sports & Programs Director to strengthen and expand volleyball programming.
• Provide ideas and feedback on curriculum, equipment, and program structure.
• Help develop future clinics, academies, camps, leagues, and other volleyball opportunities.

Ideal Candidate

• Volleyball playing, coaching, or refereeing experience.
• Enjoys working with youth athletes.
• Confident leading groups and communicating with players, parents, coaches, and staff.
• Dependable, organized, and prepared.
• Passionate about player development and creating a positive sports environment.
• Willing to take direction while also bringing new ideas to the program.

Hours can range between 3-7, Wednesdays or Sunday afternoon from 11a-3:30p during league season.

Salary: $17-$18.00 /hour

Why This Position?

This is more than a coaching or referee position. It is an opportunity to help build and grow YMCA volleyball programming while gaining valuable experience in coaching, leadership, and youth sports program development.