Portledge School·Locust Valley, New York
Support the Head Coach in planning and conducting practices, games, and team activities for the girls varsity hockey program. Focus on teaching hockey fundamentals and fostering a positive team culture based on sportsmanship and accountability.
Portledge School was founded in 1965 and is located on the beautiful North Shore of Long Island.
Approximately fifty minutes from NYC by train, Portledge is nestled on a pastoral 63-acre tree-lined campus that is known for its cherry blossoms in spring.
Enrolling approximately 515 students in grades PN-12, Portledge offers a competitive college preparatory program in a warm, inclusive community.
We seek to inspire our students to realize their individual potential by developing the critical thinking skills and moral courage necessary for lifelong learning in an increasingly complex world.
Portledge is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body.
Portledge School seeks a dedicated and enthusiastic Girls Varsity Hockey Assistant Coach to support all aspects of the varsity girls hockey program. The Assistant Coach will work closely with the Head Coach to develop student-athletes, foster a positive team culture, and uphold the mission and values of Portledge Athletics. This role is part time, seasonal and reports to the Director of Athletics.
The ideal candidate is passionate about hockey, committed to the growth of young athletes, and understands the important role athletics plays in developing confidence, leadership, resilience, and character.
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Season will start approximately around November 1, 2026 and end approximately around March 15, 2027.
Please apply through the link provided on our Careers Page [https://www.portledge.org/about-us/employment] with your resume and cover letter
Deadline: Position open until filled
Start Date: On or around November 1, 2026
Compensation: $7,500 stipend to be paid throughout the coaching season
Requires previous hockey coaching or competitive playing experience and strong leadership skills. Preference is given to candidates with experience working with high school students and current First Aid/CPR/AED certifications.
Market context
In New York, girls varsity hockey assistant roles are typically driven by school athletics schedules and the need for coaches who can support player development, practice planning, and game-day operations. This role is competitive because schools often look for prior hockey coaching or competitive playing experience, strong leadership, and, when possible, experience with high school students plus current First Aid/CPR/AED certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification status and highlight any youth coaching experience in your application.