Becoming a Coach at DVC
Overview:
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Volunteer volleyball coaches work in teams (Coach / Assistant Coach / Team Manager)- 3 year expiry) criminal record check & child abuse
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The team will work in conjunction with and have the support of the volunteer Board of directors.
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All personnel interacting with athletes in the club and/or on the bench at must have submitted a valid (3-year expiry) criminal record check & child abuse registry check to VNS PRIOR to interacting with youth in our club.
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Coaches will be supported with their expenses and certification upgrades as outlined in the DVC Coaches’ Expense Reimbursement Policy
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Coaches will receive an honorarium at the end of the season.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of Volunteer Head Coaches:
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Knowledge of the game of volleyball as a player and a coach.
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Able to demonstrate proper techniques.
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Enjoy teaching children/youth.
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Certified Development coach (or working towards the certification) for levels 13U - 16U and Certified Advanced Development Coach for levels 17U and 18U
Expectations of DVC Coach Volunteers:
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Adhere to DVC’s Commitment to Responsible Coaching\Abide by the DVC Coach Code of Conduct
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Provide a safe playing environment with an emergency action plan for each site.
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Use the Volleyball Canada Practice format to plan, organize and lead practices held two to three times a week.
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Help players establish short and long-term goals
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Develop players’ skills along with teaching teamwork and sportsmanship.
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Take care of volleyball supplies.

A coach is someone who can give correction without causing resentment.”
- John Wooden .
If you are interested in becoming a coach for Dartmouth Volleyball Club, please contact:
dartmouthvolleyballclub@gmail.com