Ultimate Frisbee Club Coach Position Available In Hampshire, Massachusetts

Ultimate Frisbee Club Coach Mount Holyoke College – 4.2 South Hadley, MA Job Details Part-time From $20 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Mid-level Driver’s License Full Job Description Job no:

R-0000002376

Position Title:

Ultimate Frisbee Club Coach Faculty or Staff:

Staff Full Time or Part Time:

Part time

In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote:

In-Person Minimum Starting Rate of Pay:

$20.00 Rate of pay commensurate with experience

Start Date:

09/01/2025

Job Description:

Mount Holyoke College is seeking a passionate and experienced coach to lead our Ultimate Frisbee Club. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape a vibrant student-athlete community, fostering both athletic excellence and personal growth. The coach will work collaboratively with student leaders to develop a competitive and inclusive program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Coaching & Team Development:

Design and lead engaging practices covering fundamental techniques, advanced strategies, rules, conditioning, and safety protocols. Organize and supervise drills, refine individual and team techniques, and simulate game situations to prepare for competition. Set clear expectations for effort and commitment, inspiring student-athletes to achieve their full potential. Work closely with the student board, recognizing their governance of club sports, to make informed decisions and build a unified team. Ensure strict adherence to all safety standards and departmental/facility policies. Attend and actively support the team during all practices and competitions. Collaborate with student leadership to cultivate a team environment that promotes the comprehensive development of student-athletes as individuals, leaders, and athletes. Champion a team culture that prioritizes health, well-being, and safety.

Administrative Duties:

Assist with competition scheduling and travel logistics, reporting to the Athletics and Student Involvement departments. Help enforce all Risk Management Policies and develop/implement robust safety procedures. Ensure the safety and proper maintenance of all team equipment. Stay current with USA Ultimate rule changes, sport trends, and compliance requirements. Maintain accurate team attendance records and rosters. Serve as the PE Club Course Instructor, certifying PE credits in collaboration with the Assistant Athletic Director within registrar-specified timelines. Complete any required additional trainings.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated prior experience playing and/or coaching Ultimate Frisbee. Familiarity with USA Ultimate policies and guidelines. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and oral communication abilities. A genuine commitment to student-athletes, a passion for the sport, and the ability to effectively coach and motivate. Willingness and ability to actively support and foster a diverse and inclusive team environment. Ability to work evenings and weekends as required. Possess a valid driver’s license.

Background Checks:

Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy. Special Instructions for

Applicants:

Apply online; application materials must include: A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications A complete resume or curriculum vitae For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.