Assistant Football Coach

Job Title: Assistant Football Coach
Status: Part-Time Exempt
Department: Athletics
Reports to: Athletics Director

St. Pauls School is actively searching for a passionate and dedicated individual to assume the position of Assistant Coach of the Football Team.
As the Assistant Coach the selected candidate will join the Head Coach in leading and developing the high school football program within the unique environment of a boarding school. The coach will work with the Varsity and JV teams which combine daily for practices but have different game days throughout the week. This position is a part time position that runs from late August through November 19. Other coaching opportunities within the department may be available for interested candidates throughout the year.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

-Be present at all daily practices and games during the season.
-Alongside Head Coach create and execute effective training sessions that considers the demanding schedules of boarding school students.
-Work with Head Coach to develop game plans and strategies accommodating the travel and competition schedules unique to boarding school athletics.
-Provide in-game coaching feedback and adjustments while instilling a strong sense of sportsmanship and fair play.
-Promote a positive and inclusive team culture extending beyond the playing field contributing to the overall boarding school community.
-Mentor and guide student-athletes in character development emphasizing values such as integrity responsibility and respect.
-Maintain open and transparent communication with players parents school administration.
-Other duties may be assigned.

Coaching Experience and Certification:

-Demonstrate prior coaching experience in football at the youth high school and/or college level showcasing a track record of success in player development and program growth.

Qualifications:

-Thorough knowledge of Football rules strategies and player development principles.
-Strong leadership and communication skills with an understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities presented in a boarding school context.
-Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes fostering a sense of pride and commitment to both their team and the boarding school community.
-Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive team culture aligning with the values of the boarding school.
-Experience in building and maintaining relationships with local Football youth club teams.
-Relevant certifications and training in coaching.

At St. Pauls School athletics are much more than an extracurricular activity; they provide learning opportunities outside of the classroom. Our athletic fields breathe the same air as the classroom the stage the lab the studio and the Chapel and allow students to push themselves to set and achieve new goals. Students have the ability to compete at the highest level try something new or enjoy being active with their friends.

The School prides itself on its work ethic and sportsmanship while striving for athletic excellence. Interscholastic teams meet four days a week for afternoon practices while competition days are primarily reserved for Wednesdays and Saturdays. St. Pauls is a Class A/Division I member of the New England Preparatory School Council (NEPSAC) as well as the Lakes Region League here in New Hampshire and also competes within the Eight Schools Association.

Please see our Team Pages for more information about the sports offered at SPS.

To Apply

St. Pauls School encourages applications from candidates who support the Schools commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive living and working environment. For consideration please submit a cover letter resume and three professional references.

St. Pauls School is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity. St. Pauls School does not discriminate on the basis of race creed ethnic origin disability or sexual orientation and complies with applicable laws for the protection of civil rights.