Lead Middle School Field Hockey Coach

Join Delaware Schools Consortium; Rogers Development (DE); On-site; USD 2,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

Sussex Academy is seeking a Middle School Field Hockey Head Coach for the 2026-2027 school year at Sussex Academy Secondary School. The role is casual/seasonal, reports to Athletic Director, and involves planning practices, game strategy, safety oversight, and maintaining team records.

Qualifications include CPR certification and concussion protocol training (or willingness to obtain), a clean background check, and knowledge of DIAA rules. Previous coaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• CPR certification and concussion protocol training or willingness to obtain (Head and Assistant Coaches).
• Clean Criminal Background Check, Delaware Child Protection Registry clearance, TB test must be completed prior to the start of employment or work with student athletes.

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.

Skills

Coaching experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Job description

Sussex Academy is seeking a Middle School Field Hockey Head Coach for the 2026-2027 school year at Sussex Academy Secondary School. The role is casual/seasonal, reports to Athletic Director, and involves planning practices, game strategy, safety oversight, and maintaining team records.

Qualifications include CPR certification and concussion protocol training (or willingness to obtain), a clean background check, and knowledge of DIAA rules. Previous coaching experience is preferred.