ABOUT US

The Primary School is creating a new school model that brings together all of the adults in a child’s life, including parents, educators, and medical and mental health providers, starting from a very early age. We recognize the entrenched racism that exists within our public systems and the unjust impact this has had on families of color. Our aim is that children and families most impacted by systemic poverty and racism receive the multidisciplinary support they deserve to be well, learn, and thrive. 

Long-term, we hope to create a game-changing model that can be replicated across the country. As we continue to learn and grow, we plan to share what we’ve learned and pursue policy and systems change. We are supported by a growing coalition of philanthropic partners, building on the generous support of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative.

Our approach has three defining characteristics:

• We start early. We start working with children as young as 12 months and provide full-time school starting at age three to reach them at a critical stage in development. 
• We partner with parents. We believe that when parents thrive, children thrive, so we support the wellness and growth of parents alongside the growth of their children.
• We integrate services. Our unique model unites health care and education, building a multi-disciplinary team and holistic system of care around a child’s full needs.

In 2016, we opened our flagship school in East Palo Alto, California, with our first class of four year olds. We have grown to serve over 400 children and their families through our Early Family Foundations program, parent wellness program, full-day preschool, and elementary/middle school, which will grow through eighth grade. In 2021, we opened our second site in the East Bay.

ABOUT OUR EAST PALO ALTO SITE

We are continuing to grow our East Palo Alto site and are excited to launch 8th grade for our 2025-2026 school year. In our school program, we currently serve approximately 300 students across two preschool grades (3 and 4 year olds) and kindergarten through seventh grade. Integrated into our program are the other core components of our model including our parent program - partnering closely with parents throughout their child’s development and providing wellness programming for caregivers; our Early Family Foundations program - coordinating early developmental screenings and intervention services; and our medical home partnerships - working with existing health care providers in the community to coordinate care for children.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Primary School is seeking a passionate, enthusiastic Middle School Volleyball Coach to help build up our program by maximizing potential and empowering confidence within our student-athletes. The Middle School Volleyball Coach will work with the Assistant Coach to develop our volleyball program. They will report directly to the Dean of Middle School.

Practice season begins November 18, 2024 and runs through March 21, 2025.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coach the middle school volleyball team.
• Expected time duration for practice will be 3:30pm-4:30pm for 3 days a week. In addition, games are once a week on Fridays for 45-50 minutes between times 3:30 pm -6:30 pm.
• Plan/design and hold an appropriate amount of practices throughout the season. 
• Collaborate with the assistant coach to ensure practices are timely structured. 
• Develop a culture for growth and development within the program. 
• Act as a positive role model in all settings and foster an environment of respect, integrity and responsibility. 
• Help maintain high standards of sportsmanship and fair play in all facets of the athletic program.
• Exemplify a sense of professionalism at all times which includes game and practice times, with opponents, officials, parents, faculty, staff and administration.
• Encourage participation and interest in volleyball within the student body.
• Keep accurate individual and team records and statistics.
• Communicate with athletes and parents through Parentsquare
• Assist with athletic fundraising for the program
• Create game athletic roster based on their academic performance and student behavior
• Assist with team transportation to practices and games

QUALIFICATIONS

• Coaching experience at an educational institution or recognized athletic organization is preferred, but not required. 
• Knowledge of volleyball rules, regulations, and coaching techniques.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate flexibility, and work autonomously and as part of a team. 
• A leader with extraordinarily high expectations of her/himself and the ability to inspire and motivate others. 
• Well-developed interpersonal skills to deal effectively with a wide range of constituents. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

COMPENSATION

This is a part-time position with an hourly pay range of $33 to $34.

HOW TO APPLY

TPS values diversity (please see our commitment to DEI); people of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Please complete the online application and submit your most recent resume. These short-answer questions are designed to replace a cover letter, so take your time with them and copy in your answers from a separate document. If you feel that the questions do not accurately capture what you have to offer The Primary School, you are also welcome to attach a cover letter. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis so we encourage you to submit yours soon. We look forward to reading your application!

The Primary School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Primary School complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.