Assistant Coach, Part-time

Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 500 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester, MA is seeking an assistant coach for our varsity program. This part-time role supports the head coach, contributing to practice planning, game-day operations, and athlete development within the club/sport context.

The role emphasizes compliance with NCAA rules and university policies, public relations, and serving as a positive role model for student-athletes on and off the field, with opportunities to mentor and guide players throughout the season.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Collegiate coaching experience preferred.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in leadership and direction for the varsity sport program.
• Foster compliance with NCAA rules and university policies.
• Maintain positive public relations for the program, department, and WPI.
• Support student-athletes for competition and whole-person development.

Skills

Collegiate coaching experience

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Job description

JOB TITLE

Assistant Coach, Part-time

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Physical Education, Recreation & Athletics - PERA - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

When a vacancy occurs, WPI Athletics will seek part-time assistant coaches for various varsity sport teams. Interested candidates must complete the appropriate applicant information online. The department will directly contact those applicants who are under strong consideration.

Please note that candidate applications will remain on file until June 30 each year.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The primary duty is to assist the head coach in providing leadership and direction for all aspects of the varsity sport program. This includes fostering a culture of compliance with NCAA rules and regulations, as well as WPI university policies and procedures. Responsibilities also include maintaining positive public relations for the program, the department, and WPI, while serving as a role model for student-athletes both in and out of competition. Additionally, the role involves assisting in the preparation of student-athletes for competition and supporting an educational environment that promotes the development of the whole student-athlete.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Collegiate coaching experience preferred
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license required

Compensation : $500 – $7,000 per season

This posting covers coaching positions across WPI’s entire Club Sports program, resulting in a broad compensation range. Pay is determined by the specific responsibilities of the sport and the coach’s role with the team. This is an excellent opportunity to mentor WPI student-athletes while staying connected to the sport you love.

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status,or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making.It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.