Head Middle School Field Hockey Coach

Head Middle School Field Hockey Coach

KENT PLACE SCHOOL - 3.6

Summit, NJ Job Details Seasonal $3,000 - $3,500 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Working with high schoolers Administrative experience Working with middle schoolers Decision making Public relations Team motivation (leadership skill) Full Job Description Kent Place School seeks a Head Middle School Field Hockey Coach for the 2026-2027 season.

Hours:

2:30-3:30 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (games may finish later and occur on Thursdays)

Season:

Fall (September 2nd - November 13th)

Requirements:

Prior coaching/playing experience at the collegiate level preferred; experience at the high school level required. Understand the fundamentals of field hockey. Have the ability to motivate players to reach their potential. Must have exceptional leadership skills. Must possess knowledge of rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport. Administrative Duties and Personal Skills Must have excellent communication skills. Strong administrative skills. Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Maintains, along with coaches, the proper supervision of student-athletes at practices, games, and on school-provided transportation. Effective, active listening skills. Promotes good public relations through professional standards of conduct and presentation and professional courtesy. Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators. Have the ability to make quick decisions under pressure. Ability to work effectively with others. Organizational and problem-solving skills. Adhere to best practices of diversity and inclusion so that interactions with students, colleagues, and other constituencies highlight awareness, competence, and sensitivity.

Other duties as assigned:

Attends a mandatory preseason training session with the Athletic Dept. Participates in special activities. Complete all coaching accreditation modules and KPS training. Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Department. To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume by June 5, 2026. Kent Place School is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates who support the development of a school community that is culturally competent, a working environment that is affirming and inclusive, where each member feels safe and valued, as described in our Belonging statement.