JV Squash Head Coach

Rye Country Day School; City of Rye (NY); On-site; USD 5,000 - 7,500; Part time

Job summary

Rye Country Day School in Westchester County, New York, seeks a Boys JV Squash Head Coach for the Upper School. The season runs November 14 to March 1, with required hours 3pm–6pm, Monday through Friday.

Involvement in the middle school program is encouraged but not required. The coach will plan and organize practice and competition calendars with the Athletic Director, create an inclusive, exciting, and challenging daily environment, and maintain a safe, professional program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-years successful high school Boys Squash Coaching experience.
• Ability to motivate and inspire athletes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Head Boys JV Squash Coach for the Upper School.
• Plan and organize practice and competition calendars with Athletic Director and Staff.
• Create an inclusive, exciting, and challenging environment each day.
• Collaborate with the Director of Squash on planning and communication.
• Maintain a safe environment at all times.
• Communicate with athletes, parents, coaches, and opponents in a professional manner.

Skills

Squash coaching

Communication skills

Motivating athletes

Job description

Rye Country Day School is seeking a Boys JV Squash Head Coach. The squash season takes place between November 14 - March 1. Required hours during the season are Monday - Friday, 3pm-6pm. Involvement in the middle school squash program is encouraged but not required. Middle school athletics takes place Monday-Friday from 2pm- 3:30pm.

Rye Country Day School is a coeducational, Prek-12, college preparatory school located in Westchester County, New York dedicated to providing students with an excellent education using both traditional and innovative approaches. We are actively committed to creating and sustaining a school community that is nurturing, supportive, diverse, and inclusive, one in which all students can participate fully and achieve their maximum potential through academic, athletic, creative, and social endeavors. We expect and promote moral responsibility and strive to develop strength of character within a respectful school community.

Specific responsibilities of the position include:

• Serve as Head Boys JV Squash Coach for the Upper School
• Effectively planning and organizing both practice and competition calendars in conjunction with Athletic Director and Staff
• Creating an inclusive, exciting, and challenging environment each day
• Collaborating with the Director of Squash in planning and communication
• Maintaining a safe environment at all times
• Communicating with athletes, parents, coaches, and opponents in a professional manner

Desired qualifications:

• Minimum of 3-years successful high school Boys Squash Coaching experience
• A passion for athletic competition and the ability to motivate and inspire athletes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive school community
• Energetic and enthusiastic, flexible and patient

RCDS seeks faculty and staff who support our mission to foster a lifelong passion for learning, understanding, and service in an ever-changing world, and who share our commitment to creating and sustaining a vibrant, thriving, and inclusive multicultural learning community. The school is committed to providing invigorating and supportive work experiences for its diverse community of employees. RCDS is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout the community and curriculum. Please visit our website http://www.ryecountryday.org – to learn more about the school’s rigorous curriculum, values, and strategic initiatives.

Rye Country Day School is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws, which prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and veteran status.

Salary range: $5,000 - $7,500 depending on level of play and coaching experience