Alpine Ski Coach

Emma Willard School; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 4,300 - 5,800; Part time

Job summary

Emma Willard School in Troy, NY seeks an Alpine Ski Coach for the 2026-2027 winter season. The coach will mentor high school girls, develop technique, sportsmanship and teamwork on alpine ski racing disciplines, and interact with student athletes, families and staff.

Responsibilities include planning practices and races, coordinating with the mountain, transporting athletes, and representing the school with professionalism.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience with high school athletes preferred.
• Ability to coach alpine ski racing techniques.
• Commitment to safety and sportspmanship.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (can be provided upon hiring).
• Valid driving license and ability to drive a school van.

Responsibilities

• Instruct student-athletes in fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training.
• Plan, organize and attend practices and races.
• Coordinate with the mountain for practices.
• Professionally represent Emma Willard School during practices and meets.
• Handle all administrative duties related to the ski racers.
• Attend athletic and school meetings and events.
• Communicate team rules and eligibility clearly and enforce them.
• Provide positive communication, organization and safety awareness.
• Collaborate with the Athletic Trainer on injuries and safety procedures.
• Transport team members to away practices and races.
• Write end-of-season comments and provide season summary and awards.

Skills

Coaching experience

High school girls

CPR/First Aid

Driver's license

Afternoon/weekend work

Van driving

Job description

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Alpine Ski Coach

Troy, NY, US

Emma Willard School seeks an Alpine Ski Coach for the upcoming 2026-2027 winter season. This position will report to the Athletic Director.

The coach is responsible for coaching, character development and providing direction to student athletes in ski racing disciplines of alpine skiing, so that they might achieve skill development as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork. The coach also holds a role in fostering cooperation and positive teamwork as well as role modeling outstanding sportsmanship at all times. This job requires the individual to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student athletes, fellow coaches, families and the wider Emma Willard School community.

We seek someone who is committed to and willing to navigate today’s changing and diverse landscape. This individual will help the school promote and nurture an equitable and inclusive community. The school encourages candidates from under-represented groups to apply, as well as individuals who have demonstrated experience with diverse populations, contributing to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service.

2026 - 2027 Tentative Schedule

November 16 - December 17 dry-land practices - 4:00 - 5:30pm Monday - Thursday

Jan 6 & 7 Skiers on mountain ski evaluations.

Jan 11, 2027 - Start of competition: Races are Mondays and Wednesdays with possible races on Saturdays

February 9 - Sectionals - End of season

Qualifications

Experience with coaching high school age girls

Enthusiasm, commitment, patience, and a passion for teaching alpine ski racing techniques

Current CPR/AED and First aid certification (can be provided upon hiring)

Valid driving license

Ability to work afternoons and some weekend races

Ability to drive a school van; training will be provided

Position Purpose/Expected Results

Instruct student-athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary to realize individual and team success.

Provide a foundation for integrity, pride in accomplishment, sportsmanship, self-discipline, goal setting, teamwork, and self-confidence.

Plan, organize and attend practices and races

Coordinate with the mountain for practices

Professionally represent the School at all times during practices and meets including maintaining appropriate conduct towards opposing teams, fans, families, officials, spectators and the broader community.

Be responsible for handling all administrative duties related to the ski racers.

Attend all necessary athletic and school meetings and events.

Ensures that team rules and regulations regarding conduct and eligibility of the athletes are clearly communicated and followed.

Provide positive communication strategies, organizational skills, and safety awareness

Maintain the integrity of the selection process

Focus on maintaining confidentiality, listening to others, keeping emotions under control, remaining open to others’ ideas and contributing to building a positive team spirit including resolving conflict.

Work with the Athletic Trainer in reporting injuries, teaching precautions and procedures to ensure student safety and help students prevent injuries.

Transport team members to and from away practices and races.

Conduct a team 'dessert'/celebration and provide a written season summary and end of the year awards to the Athletic Director.

Write end of the season comments for athletes.

Compensation

$5000.00