2026-27 Winter Varsity Nordic Ski Assistant Coach

Bush; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

The Bush School in Seattle, WA seeks a Varsity Assistant Nordic Ski Coach for the 2026-27 season. This on-site role includes practices after school and occasional trips to local Nordic areas.

Responsibilities include planning practices, coaching at competitions, developing skiers, and transporting athletes in a school vehicle, reporting to the Athletic Director. CPR/First Aid/AED certification is required.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of given sport.
• Coaching experience and certification preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide a positive, inclusive, safe, and challenging experience for participants.
• Teach sport‑specific skills, strategies, training methods and safety practices.
• Communicate with athletic department staff effectively and promptly.
• Attend meetings and trainings scheduled by the Athletic Director.
• Handle student health forms with confidentiality and respond to medical needs.
• Comply with school, conference, and state policies and regulations.

Skills

Coaching experience

Strong communication

Safety practices

Team player

Microsoft Office

Education

CPR/First Aid/AED Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google applications

Job description

Our diverse workforce includes over 175 faculty and staff, working together to support the school’s mission on behalf of our students. Career opportunities are many and varied. The Bush School is dedicated to valuing different perspectives and backgrounds, inspiring curiosity, motivating employees to take risks, and encouraging compassion and kindness. Our employees enjoy an environment that inspires creativity while being part of a collaborative community. Whatever you do at The Bush School, you are a valued member of our K-12 community.

Relationships are at the core of all we do which makes a difference for student growth both socially and academically. Get to know some of the extraordinary faculty and staff that make up the Bush community.

Assistant Head of School for K-12 Programs Matt Lai

Everyday in classes, our students are challenged to lean into hard conversations and pushed out of their comfort zones.

What it’s like to work at The Bush School?

Join us each month for a virtual Zoom session to talk about what it’s like to work at The Bush School. We’ll give an overview of the school, talk about the many different roles that educators play within our community, and answer any questions you may have. If you’re interested in learning more about working at Bush, please join us!
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2026-27 Winter Varsity Nordic Ski Assistant Coach

Location: Seattle, Washington, United States

Contract

Job Title: The Bush School – 2026-27 Winter Varsity Nordic Ski Assistant Coach (Seattle, WA)

Reports To: Athletics Director

On-Site: Yes

Pay Range: $4,625 Stipend, Term-Limited, Temporary Position

Anticipated Dates: 11/16/26-3/8/27

Who Thrives at Bush

You find joy in working with students and alongside a passionate, thoughtful community of educators. You believe deeply that learning is most powerful when it is experiential, and when students learn by doing, exploring, and reflecting, rather than simply being told what to know and remember. You are invested in the growth of children as whole people, supporting their curiosity, sense of purpose, and capacity to contribute meaningfully to their communities, both within and beyond the classroom. You are a lifelong learner who welcomes both support and challenge, and you are excited by the opportunity to continue developing your craft in a collegial, reflective environment. You are energized by contributing your skills and ideas, making a meaningful impact, and being part of something larger than yourself.

Who We Are

Founded in 1924 and located in Seattle’s Madison Valley neighborhood, The Bush School is an independent school serving students from Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade. Bush offers a rich, intellectually engaging program grounded in experiential learning, designed to spark in students of diverse backgrounds and talents a passion for learning, accomplishment, and contribution to their communities. Our curriculum challenges students to think deeply and creatively, preparing them to thrive in future endeavors while remaining rooted in the school’s longstanding core values.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community in which every individual can say, “I belong.” We seek educators and staff who are passionate about their work, highly skilled in their practice, and who bring a wide range of perspectives and experiences to our community. We believe deeply in the role education and diverse learning environments play in advancing equity, inclusion, and a shared sense of responsibility for one another.

Summary of position:

The Bush School is seeking a Varsity Assistant Nordic Ski Coach to join our unique school-based Nordic ski program. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a collaborative coaching staff and help provide a competitive, positive, and growth-oriented experience for our student-athletes.

We seek candidates who will support the school’s commitment to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. We value a diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and talents and encourage candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

The Varsity Assistant Coach will help plan and lead practices, coach at competitions, support the development of both experienced and emerging Nordic skiers, and transport student-athletes to off-campus practices and races using a school vehicle. The position reports directly to the Athletic Director.

The season begins Monday, November 16, 2026, and continues through late February. Practices are generally held Monday through Friday from 3:45–5:30 p.m. on The Bush School campus. Beginning in January, as snow conditions allow, the team typically travels to local Nordic ski areas (Snoqualmie Pass, Hyak, and Cabin Creek) one weekday each week for practice and one weekend day each week for races. The season also includes three overnight trips of two to three nights each to The Bush School’s Methow Campus, providing extended training opportunities and access to high-quality Nordic skiing conditions.

The Bush School athletic program works within the rules of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) to provide athletic opportunities and competition for students of all gender identities. While most sports are offered separately for boys and girls, the Athletic Department staff is committed to working collaboratively with each participant to determine options that best suit each student-athlete’s journey.

While other duties may be assigned, qualified candidates will be able to manage the following key responsibilities and tasks:

Provide a positive, inclusive, safe, and challenging experience for participants

Teach sport‑specific skills, strategies, training methods and safety practices

Communicate with athletic department staff effectively and promptly

Attend meetings and trainings scheduled by the Athletic Director

Handle student health forms with confidentiality, be aware of individual health concerns, and respond appropriately to medical needs.

Comply with all school, conference, and state policies and regulation

Successful candidates will have:

Expert knowledge of given sport

Coaching experience and certification preferred

Ability and willingness to be a team player

Satisfactory criminal background check that meets school standards

Safe driving record that meets school standards

Ability to work and connect with people

Outstanding communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills

Enthusiasm to contribute, grow, and develop as a member of the Blazers Athletic Department Team

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google applications

Additional Requirements:

Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date)

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