Associate Head Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach - Upper School

Associate Head Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach - Cranbrook Upper School

Founded by Detroit philanthropists George and Ellen Booth in 1904, Cranbrook Educational Community is one of the world's leading centers of education, science, and art. Comprised of a graduate Academy of Art, contemporary Art Museum, Center for Collections and Research, House and Gardens, Institute of Science, and more than 1,600 students attending our Pre-K through 12 independent college preparatory Schools, Cranbrook welcomes thousands of visitors and students to its campus each year. Critics have called Cranbrook "the most enchanted and enchanting setting in America" and in 1989 it was designated a National Historic Landmark. The campus is located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, about 20 miles north of downtown Detroit. For more, please visit our website: www.cranbrook.edu.

Cranbrook Schools seeks an accomplished, energetic, and student-centered educator to serve as the Associate Head Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach. This is a unique opportunity to help shape and elevate one of the most visible and high-participation programs within a premier independent school environment.

The girls volleyball program is well-positioned for meaningful growth and competitive advancement, supported by an engaged community and strong institutional alignment. The successful candidate will play a critical role in building a cohesive, mission-driven program capable of sustained success at the highest levels of interscholastic competition, while contributing to the broader educational experience of our student-athletes.

The ideal candidate will be:

• A skilled coach and teacher of the game with experience at the high school, collegiate, or elite club level.

• Deeply committed to the mission of independent school education, valuing the integration of athletics, academics, and character development.

• A relationship-driven leader who connects effectively with student-athletes, families, and colleagues.

• Intentional in building a culture defined by accountability, discipline, sportsmanship, and competitive excellence.

• Motivated to contribute to a collaborative, mission-aligned athletic department.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support and help lead all aspects of the girls volleyball program, including the design and implementation of a clear developmental pathway across all levels.

• Plan and execute purposeful, high-level training sessions that emphasize fundamentals, systems of play, and competitive readiness.

• Assist in establishing a year-round approach to player development, including off-season training, strength and conditioning, and skill progression.

• Mentor student-athletes in a manner that reflects the values of Cranbrook Schools, prioritizing growth both on and off the court.

• Partner with the Head Coach and Athletic Department to build and sustain a program culture aligned with institutional expectations.

• Communicate effectively and consistently with players, families, faculty, and the broader school community.

• Support college placement efforts for student-athletes aspiring to compete at the next level.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to develop players and contribute to building competitive, high-character teams.

• Strong knowledge of contemporary volleyball systems, training methodologies, and player development models.

• Familiarity with the college recruiting landscape and a demonstrated ability to guide student-athletes through that process is preferred.

• Meaningful connections within the club volleyball community are highly desirable.

• A clear commitment to advancing the mission and values of Cranbrook Schools.

For consideration, please submit your resume.