Lead Upper School Field Hockey Coach

Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 5,500 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart in Princeton, New Jersey seeks a Head Field Hockey Coach for the Upper School. This seasonal, stipend-based role runs Aug 17–Nov 14, with a stipend range of $5,500–$7,000.

You will lead practices, coach games, and develop players while upholding the school's mission and values. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the coach will build a positive, competitive, inclusive culture, supervise assistants, and ensure compliance with policies.

Qualifications

• Significant field hockey coaching experience, preferably at the high school level.
• Experience coaching female athletes and working in an educational setting is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of skill development, game strategy, and player development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead daily practices throughout the season.
• Coach all games and competitions.
• Develop athletes' technical skills, game strategy, leadership, and teamwork.
• Foster a positive team culture rooted in sportsmanship, accountability, and respect.
• Supervise and mentor assistant coaches.
• Maintain consistent communication with student-athletes, families, and the Athletic Department.
• Ensure compliance with all school, league, and state athletic association policies.
• Support athlete recruitment and program growth.
• Attend required athletic department meetings and school events as assigned.

Skills

Field hockey coaching

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Player development

Job description

Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart in Princeton, New Jersey seeks a Head Field Hockey Coach for the Upper School. This seasonal, stipend-based role runs Aug 17–Nov 14, with a stipend range of $5,500–$7,000.

You will lead practices, coach games, and develop players while upholding the school's mission and values. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the coach will build a positive, competitive, inclusive culture, supervise assistants, and ensure compliance with policies.