Jumping Coach

FieldLevel, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

FieldLevel, Inc. is seeking a motivated Jumps Coach to join a small public charter school program. The coach will oversee long jump, triple jump, and high jump, bringing a strong technical foundation and growth mindset to develop student-athletes.

With limited facilities, the role requires creative practice design, data-informed feedback, and collaboration with the head coach to build a cohesive program and positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Collegiate experience (athlete and/or coach) with emphasis on technical event development.
• Data-driven training: use metrics to inform progression and performance.
• Knowledge of mechanics, drills, and periodization for long jump, triple jump, and high jump.
• Ability to coach all jumps or specialize in one area while comfortable across events.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement event-specific training for long jump, triple jump, and high jump.
• Utilize data and performance metrics to support athlete growth and progression.
• Adapt practices to accommodate limited facilities and resources.
• Provide individualized feedback and technical instruction to athletes of varying levels.
• Collaborate with head coach and staff to support program development and team culture.

Skills

Collegiate experience (athlete and/or/

Data-driven training

Jump mechanics & periodization

Cross-event coaching capability

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Jumps Coach to join our growing track & field program at a small public charter school. This is an exciting opportunity to help build and develop a program while making a meaningful impact on student-athletes.

Position Overview:

The ideal candidate will oversee all jumping events, including long jump, triple jump, and high jump. We are looking for a coach who brings a strong technical foundation, a growth mindset, and the ability to maximize athlete development, even within the challenges of limited facilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Collegiate experience (athlete and/or coach), with an emphasis on technical event development
• Experience using data to inform training, track progress, and improve performance
• Knowledge of event-specific mechanics, drills, and periodization for all three jumping events
• Ability to coach all jumps (specialization in one area is acceptable, but must be comfortable working across all events)

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement effective, event-specific training sessions for long jump, triple jump, and high jump
• Utilize data and performance metrics to support athlete growth and progression
• Adapt practices creatively to accommodate limited facilities and resources
• Provide individualized feedback and technical instruction to athletes of varying skill levels
• Collaborate with head coach and staff to support overall program development and team culture

Ideal Candidate Traits:

• Open-minded, flexible, and solutions-oriented
• Strong work ethic and commitment to athlete development
• Positive, encouraging, and able to build relationships with student-athletes
• Willingness to grow within a developing program and embrace its unique challenges

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about teaching, values development, and is excited by the opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up.