Girls Varsity Squash Head Coach at Pomfret School
Pomfret, Connecticut, United States -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Squash Coaching, Practice Planning, Player Development, College Counseling Support, Recruitment Strategy, Team Leadership, Student Mentoring, Sportsmanship Education, Health And Safety, Parent Engagement, Media Relations, League Meetings, Professional Development, Policy Adherence, Behavior Management, Game Summaries

Industry

Description
Description Job Title: Girls Varsity Squash Head Coach Department: Athletics Reports To: Director of Athletics and Afternoon Programs Full Year/Academic Year/Other (Specify): Winter Term Full Time/Part Time/Other (Specify): Part Time Faculty/Staff/Other (Specify): Seasonal Exempt/Non-exempt: Exempt Job Purpose: Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the girls V Squash program Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Plan and conduct daily practices to promote the development and improvement of squash play preparing players for matches and competitive play Educate student athletes about college, the placement process, and support those who have the ability and interest to play in college Work closely with the College Counseling office to strategize and assist student-athletes with the college process when students are being recruited; Developing and maintaining professional contacts with collegiate coaches and programs at all levels are instrumental in supporting Pomfret Student Athletes Assist Admissions efforts by identifying and attracting qualified student athletes Provide leadership, support, and guidance for the entire program, including other sports at all levels Select students who are best suited in skill, commitment, and performance for the expected level of play for your team Meet with student-athletes throughout the academic year; provide professional development feedback for coaching staff Require student athletes to represent the School in a respectful and dignified manner by teaching the importance of sportsmanship, and hold them accountable for their behavior and attendance at all practices and games Utilize athletics to teach and reinforce the school's mission statement and values Create an environment where the enjoyment of the sport is promoted Ensure the health and safety of players, coaches, and spectators Engage with parents and cultivate a successful relationship Promote the school and the sport through articles, media coverage, the athletic website, etc. which includes emailing game summaries to “The Pomfret Sports Digest”, newspapers and/or league officers within 24 hours after all games Communicate noteworthy news and/or accomplishments to the Communications department Attend NEPSAC and League coaches meetings for Squash Seek professional development opportunities through clinics, coaching associations, videos, or other coaches Adhere to all School policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook Continually meet or exceed Pomfret School’s Standards of Behavior, Character, and Engagement Perform other duties as assigned Requirements Qualifications: Collegiate player or high school coaching experience preferred. Must travel to peer schools on game days (Wednesdays and Saturdays) Must have held a valid US driver's license for at least three years Possess a highly professional and ethical manner Work Conditions: Requires substantial movement of entire body; running, jumping, tossing/throwing Visual acuity within normal parameters
Responsibilities
The Head Coach is responsible for planning and conducting daily practices to improve player skills for competitive play and educating student-athletes about college placement opportunities. This role also involves strategic collaboration with the College Counseling office to support recruited student-athletes and maintaining professional contacts with collegiate coaches.
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