College Squash Coach & Student-Athlete Mentor

Addison Press Inc; Middlebury, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement matching

Time away (34 days/yr)

Educational assistance

MiddCard privileges

Job summary

Middlebury College in Vermont is seeking a full-time squash coach to support both the men's and women's programs. The role includes coaching, mentoring student-athletes, and recruiting within NCAA rules.

The position is salary-based, benefits eligible, with a pro rata range and a June 30, 2027 end date. Responsibilities cover practice planning, travel logistics, budgeting, and program administration, plus initiatives on mental health, DEI, leadership, and preventing hazing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience playing and coaching at the collegiate level preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of constituents through strong interpersonal skills, both written and oral.
• Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of issues of diversity, equity and inclusion.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certifications current; annual NCAA Division III Rules Test.
• Must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and if requested a college vehicle license.

Responsibilities

• Coach the technical and tactical aspects of squash in practices and competitions.
• Recruit prospective student-athletes within the rules and regulations of Middlebury, NESCAC and the NCAA.
• Assist the head coach in preparing for daily practice including but not limited to developing daily practice plans.
• Assist the head coach with the administration of the program including but not limited to travel plans, equipment purchasing, and budgeting.
• Mentor and provide support for student-athletes in support of their development in the sport as well as in their academics and personal development.
• Assist the head coach in developing and delivering programming relative to student‑athlete development including but not limited to mental health, DEI, leadership, sexual violence prevention, and hazing.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the head coach or Director of Athletics in support of the program or department. This may include event management, strength and conditioning or teaching required classes in Physical Education.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Diversity and inclusion knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Middlebury College in Vermont is seeking a full-time squash coach to support both the men's and women's programs. The role includes coaching, mentoring student-athletes, and recruiting within NCAA rules.

The position is salary-based, benefits eligible, with a pro rata range and a June 30, 2027 end date. Responsibilities cover practice planning, travel logistics, budgeting, and program administration, plus initiatives on mental health, DEI, leadership, and preventing hazing.