Head Field Hockey Coach

CoachCorner; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 5,400 - 6,600; Full time

Job summary

Stuart Country Day School in Princeton, NJ is seeking an enthusiastic Head Field Hockey Coach for the upcoming fall season. The role involves planning practices, developing skills, and preparing the team for competition, fostering a positive team culture.

The ideal candidate will have field hockey playing or coaching experience, strong communication, organization, and the ability to mentor student-athletes on and off the field.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of field hockey fundamentals, strategy and player development.
• Ability to lead practices and motivate student-athletes.
• Strong communication with athletes, families, and school staff.
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage team logistics.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging, organized practices Monday–Friday from 3:30–5:30 PM
• Develop players’ fundamental field hockey skills, game awareness, and tactical understanding
• Prepare the team for games and provide effective in-game coaching
• Create a positive and supportive team culture
• Build strong relationships with student-athletes and serve as a positive mentor
• Encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, and personal growth
• Adjust coaching techniques to meet athletes’ varying skill levels and needs
• Communicate professionally with school athletic leadership, families, and student-athletes
• Manage team logistics and responsibilities throughout the season
• Serve as a positive representative of Stuart Country Day School

Skills

Field hockey knowledge

Coaching / mentoring

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Head Field Hockey Coach

Stuart Country Day School
Location: Princeton, NJ 08540
Season: August 17, 2026 – November 6, 2026
Position: Head Field Hockey Coach
Compensation: $6,000 stipend
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:30–5:30 PM
Openings: 1

Position Summary

Stuart Country Day School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Head Field Hockey Coach to lead its field hockey program for the upcoming fall season. The ideal candidate will be passionate about developing student-athletes both on and off the field while creating a positive, competitive, and inclusive team environment.

The Head Coach will be responsible for planning and leading practices, developing players’ technical and tactical skills, preparing the team for competition, and fostering a strong team culture built on teamwork, sportsmanship, accountability, and confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging, organized practices Monday–Friday from 3:30–5:30 PM
• Develop players’ fundamental field hockey skills, game awareness, and tactical understanding
• Prepare the team for games and provide effective in-game coaching
• Create a positive and supportive team culture
• Build strong relationships with student-athletes and serve as a positive mentor
• Encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, and personal growth
• Adjust coaching techniques to meet athletes’ varying skill levels and needs
• Communicate professionally with school athletic leadership, families, and student-athletes
• Manage team logistics and responsibilities throughout the season
• Serve as a positive representative of Stuart Country Day School

Ideal Candidate

The ideal coach will have previous field hockey playing and/or coaching experience and a genuine passion for working with student-athletes. Strong candidates will be:

• Knowledgeable about field hockey fundamentals, strategy, and player development
• Positive, energetic, and encouraging
• Organized and dependable
• Comfortable leading practices and managing a team independently
• Strong communicators who can build relationships with athletes
• Committed to developing athletes both as players and individuals
• Able to create a competitive environment while keeping the experience positive and inclusiv