JV Field Hockey Coach - Lead Practices & Growth

Join Delaware Schools Consortium; Rogers Development (DE); On-site; USD 13,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Sussex Academy is seeking a JV Field Hockey Coach for the 2026-2027 season. The role reports to the Athletic Director and is casual/seasonal with duties including planning practices, game strategy, and maintaining equipment and records.

Ideal candidates have prior coaching experience and familiarity with DIAA rules. CPR certification and background checks are required before employment begins, with duties including safety oversight and collaboration with staff to uphold school policies.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience preferred.
• Familiarity with DIAA rules, regulations, procedures and policies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with assistant coaches in regards to roles, duties and expectations.
• Works collaboratively with coaches to implement organized practice plans and game strategies.
• Helps oversee the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present.
• Responsible for adherence to all HAC, DIAA, and school rules, regulations, and policies.
• Prepares detailed inventory of team equipment and updates inventory after each session.
• Maintains and updates team and individual records.
• Follow and practice Sussex Academy's Mindful Coach Profile.
• Performs other duties as assigned that relate to this position.

Skills

Coaching experience

DIAA rules familiarity

Education

CPR certification

Concussion protocol training

Job description

Sussex Academy is seeking a JV Field Hockey Coach for the 2026-2027 season. The role reports to the Athletic Director and is casual/seasonal with duties including planning practices, game strategy, and maintaining equipment and records.

Ideal candidates have prior coaching experience and familiarity with DIAA rules. CPR certification and background checks are required before employment begins, with duties including safety oversight and collaboration with staff to uphold school policies.