Athletic Coach 2026 - 2027

Young World Physical Education; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 4,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Lexington Public Schools in Lexington, MA seeks an Athletic Coach for the 2026-2027 school year to coach and guide student athletes toward skill development, discipline, and teamwork. You will work under the Athletic Director, planning practices and coordinating contests.

The role requires promoting sportsmanship, maintaining safety, and communicating with parents, students, and staff. A High School/Trade School degree is preferred and the position is stipend-based.

Qualifications

• Coaching student athletes to develop skills and discipline.
• Promoting teamwork and sportsmanship through practice and competition.
• Ability to set expectations and monitor student performance.
• Collaborating with staff to align goals and instructional plans.

Responsibilities

• Coach and supervise student athletes to develop athletic skills.
• Plan and implement instructional goals with school staff.
• Schedule and coordinate competitions and practice sessions.
• Ensure safety and proper conduct during activities and trips.
• Communicate with parents and administrators about progress and goals.
• Annually establish performance goals for athletes.

Skills

Coaching

Teamwork

Discipline

Sportsmanship

Education

High School/Trade School degree

Job description

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Athletic Coach 2026 - 2027

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Job Details

Job ID: 5859685
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

LEXINGTON PUBLIC SCOOLS

COACH & ASST COACH

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for coaching and providing direction and instruction to student athletes so that they can achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork.

• The coach will work under the supervision of the Athletic Director in accordance with Lexington Public School’s core values.
• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes.
• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship.
• Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
• Ensures that all coaches work together toward a common goal and provide unity with a structured feeder system.
• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
• Work with the Athletic Director to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.
• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports on out-of-town trips.
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with the student handbook.
• Encourage sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation at all times.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, teachers and the Athletic Director.
• Annually establish and meet performance goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands or arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Experience and commitment to working in a racially and culturally diverse teaching and learning community.

Applicants for employment are considered without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, or military status.

Position Type: Stipend
Job Categories:
Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kari Grossman , Senior Human Resources Specialist
• 146 Maple Street
• Lexington, Massachusetts 02420
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]