The Park School·Brookline, Massachusetts
Lead and assist in coaching middle school field hockey and boys' soccer teams for the Fall 2026 season. Responsibilities include managing practices and games on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
About The Park School The Park School is a Pre-K to Grade 8 independent school in Brookline, MA dedicated to excellence in education.
The cornerstone of Park's program is academic excellence, combining high standards of scholarship and the encouragement of each child to develop to their greatest potential.
Our school community fosters a nurturing environment in which children develop curiosity, express creativity, appreciate the value of hard work and discipline, and experience the joy of learning.
Park's faculty encourages each student to strive for intellectual, physical, and moral growth to become contributing members of the community.
Roles & Responsibilities The Park School is seeking the following Middle School Coaches for the Fall 2026 season (September- Mid-November) Assistant Coach - Varsity Field Hockey Head and Assistant Coaches - Junior Varsity (JV) Boys' Soccer (5th/6th Grade) Positions are part-time and paid by a stipend.
Responsibilities are on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays.
Practices begin at 3:05 pm.
Home games begin at approximately 3:30 PM.
Teams depart for away games at 2:35 pm.
Coaching experience at the youth, high school, or collegiate level preferred Teaching experience preferred Enthusiastic about working with middle school students Passionate about guiding and mentoring middle school students during a formative stage of development Patient, encouraging, and committed to fostering confidence, resilience, and a love of learning through sport Prioritizes creating a supportive and inclusive team environment where all students feel valued Dedicated to building and maintaining a positive team culture Strong communicator who collaborates effectively with students, families, and colleagues Committed to principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion Application Information Please visit Park’s career page to complete an application and upload your resume, cover letter, leadership/philosophy statement, and the names of three to five references, including two present or past supervisors. The compensation range for coaching positions is a one-time stipend of $2,250 for Assistant Head Coaches. Actual salaries will vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to degrees received, years of teaching experience, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive compensation details, inclusive of any additional benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer. The Park School welcomes candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their teaching and learning. The Park School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or family composition or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.
Preferred candidates have coaching experience at youth, high school, or collegiate levels and teaching experience. Applicants must be passionate about mentoring middle school students and committed to fostering an inclusive team environment.
Market context
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