Field Hockey Assistant Coach - LHS

Lafayette High School; Wildwood (MO); On-site; USD 8,900 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Lafayette High School in Wildwood, Missouri seeks a part-time Field Hockey Assistant Coach for the 2027-28 school year. The role involves mentoring students, developing training programs, and coordinating competitions within the Rockwood R-6 School District.

The position requires leadership, strong communication, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel with the team as needed. A valid AED/CPR/First Aid certification is preferred, along with annual MSHSAA training and clean

Qualifications

• AED/ CPR/ First Aid Certified (preferred)
• Annual MSHSAA training requirements
• Excellent professional references
• Clean criminal and child abuse and neglect records check
• High School Graduate 2 or more years prior

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in all aspects of the program
• Develop training programs and provide instruction/feedback
• Foster team cohesion and sportsmanship
• Plan competitions and out-of-season activities
• Collaborate with school administration
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards
• Communicate schedules and information to parents and administration
• Adhere to District Code of Conduct for coaches/sponsors

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Sport knowledge

Night/weekend availability

Off-season training (MSHSAA)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Field Hockey Assistant Coach - LHS

Rockwood R-6 School District Lafayette High School - Wildwood, Missouri Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rockwood R-6 School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5972137
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jun 1, 2027

Job Description

This extra curricular position is available in the Rockwood School District for the

2027-28 School Year.

Season=Fall 2027

Start date for this coaching position is June 1, 2027.

RSD contracted teacher will be paid a stipend.

RSD hourly employee will be paid same stipend amount but at an hourly rate.

Non RSD staff will be paid same stipend but at an hourly rate.

ROCKWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY : A coach/sponsor will mentor, guide, and support students in their athletic or extracurricular pursuits by fostering personal growth, teamwork, and skill development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide supervision of students during all aspects of program
• Develop training programs, provide instruction and feedback
• Foster team cohesion
• Plan competitions and contests, including out of season activities
• Collaborate with school administration
• Ensure compliance with regulations
• Promote sportsmanship and character development in an encouraging an inclusive environment
• Proactively communicate schedules and information to parents and administration
• Coaches and sponsors must adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in District Form 5002 Code of Conduct- Coaches, Sponsors, and Chaperones . It is important for all coaches and sponsors to understand that this list is not exhaustive. It is intended to provide specific, but not exclusive, examples of the standards of conduct that are appropriate for persons who coach and sponsor student activities.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Has knowledge and experience in the sport or activity
• Must possess leadership skills, and be able to set an example for the players.
• Effective communication skills in order to inspire players and work with them on improvement.
• Must be available to work nights, holidays, evenings and weekends, and be prepared to work in bad weather and be willing to travel with the team to different locations for competitions.
• (Head Coaches) Must be willing to provide off season training and practice following MSHSAA Guidelines

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• AED/ CPR/ First Aid Certified (preferred)
• Annual MSHSAA training requirements
• Excellent professional references
• Clean criminal and child abuse and neglect records check
• High School Graduate 2 or more years prior

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Standard office equipment.
• Sport/ Activity equipment

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Duties will require the employee to sit, talk, hear, walk, stand, see, and reach.
• Duties will require the ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Duties will require working non-traditional hours including evening and weekends

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required