Middle School Coach

Chadwick School; Palos (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Chadwick School seeks an enthusiastic Middle School Athletics Coach to lead and mentor young student-athletes in fundamental skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and character building. The ideal candidate understands the unique developmental, emotional, and physical needs of middle school students (grades 6-8).

The Middle School Coach fosters an inclusive, high-energy environment where participation, fundamental growth, effort, and enjoyment of the sport are prioritized alongside

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and organizational skills with an ability to communicate effectively with middle school students and parents.
• Experience coaching or working with middle school youth (ages 11-14) or youth sports leagues preferred.
• High school or collegiate playing experience in the specific sport preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct age-appropriate practices focusing on fundamental mechanics, core sport tactics, rules, and conditioning.
• Model Chadwick's values and foster a culture of respect, teamwork, and constructive feedback.
• Manage game situations and roster opportunities in line with Middle School Athletics guidelines; track stats.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Playing Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

About Chadwick School

Chadwick School is an independent, K-12, coeducational day school dedicated to academic excellence, the development of exemplary character, and self-discovery through experience. A highly educated faculty and staff bring out the best in the talented student body through active learning, challenging academics, one-on-one mentoring, unparalleled global opportunities, nationally distinguished outdoor education and community service programs, outstanding athletic opportunities, and award-winning visual and performing arts. The core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness, and compassion are widely shared and fostered daily in classrooms, during co-curricular activities, and through the camaraderie of this close-knit community. Located on a beautiful, 45-acre hilltop campus on the scenic Palos Verdes Peninsula in Los Angeles County, Chadwick enrolls over 800 students drawn from more than 45 Southern California communities. Founded in 1935 by visionary educator Margaret Lee Chadwick, Chadwick is one of two schools operated by the Roessler-Chadwick Foundation. In 2010, Chadwick International School was formed in Songdo, South Korea, which expanded opportunities for students around the globe to benefit from a world-class Chadwick education.

Position Details

• Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Chadwick School - Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274, Position Type: Seasonal, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $21.00 - $30.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Engineering
• Job Title: Walk On Athletics Coach
• Division/Department: Athletics
• Reports To: Director of Athletics
• Location: Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA
• Level/Grade: Middle School
• Type of position/FLSA: Response Compensation $21.00 - $30.00 hourly - based on experience and qualifications

Position Summary

Chadwick School seeks an enthusiastic Middle School Athletics Coach to lead and mentor young student-athletes in fundamental skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and character building. The ideal candidate understands the unique developmental, emotional, and physical needs of middle school students (grades 6-8). The Middle School Coach fosters an inclusive, high-energy environment where participation, fundamental growth, effort, and enjoyment of the sport are prioritized alongside competitive spirit.

Required Work Time & Hours

• This is a part-time seasonal position requiring presence during scheduled practice times and competitive contests throughout the sports season.
• Minimum 10 hours per week during season:
• Monday - Thursday Practices: Start at 1:50 PM.
• Friday Practices: 12:30 PM - 1:10 PM.
• Game Days: After-school games during the week as scheduled (end times vary depending on game location, travel, and competition duration).

Associated Responsibilities

• Skill & Strategy Development: Plan and conduct age-appropriate practices that focus on fundamental mechanics, core sport tactics, rules, and athletic conditioning tailored to middle school skill levels.
• Positive Culture & Youth Mentorship: Model and teach Chadwick's core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness, and compassion. Promote dynamic teamwork, balanced play, and constructive feedback.
• Game & Roster Management: Manage game situations, ensure fair playing time opportunities aligned with Middle School Athletics guidelines, track stats, and adjust strategies dynamically.
• Safety & Student Supervision: Provide direct supervision of middle school student-athletes at all times during practices, games, locker room prep, campus transitions, and team travel.
• Vertical Program Alignment: Coordinate with Upper School Head Coaches to align foundational technical skills, terminology, and tactical principles for smooth athletic progression into high school sports.
• Parent & Department Communication: Maintain prompt, clear, and professional communication with middle school parents, student-athletes, and the Athletic Department.
• Equipment & Facility Care: Assist in setting up facilities, maintaining sport-specific gear, managing team uniforms, and supervising proper cleanup post-practice/game.
• Inclusion & Social Justice: Proactively participate in discussions and practices around identity, social justice, and inclusive community building within middle school athletics.
• Policies & Training: Attend required coaching meetings, complete middle school CPR/First Aid certification, and follow all guidelines in the Employee & Athletic Handbooks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Education, Experience and Skill Requirements

REQUIRED AND PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCES, AND SKILLS

• Communication: Excellent verbal and organizational skills with an ability to communicate effectively with middle school students and parents.
• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Coaching Experience: Experience coaching or working with middle school youth (ages 11-14) or youth sports leagues preferred.
• Playing Experience: High school or collegiate playing experience in the specific sport preferred.
• Sport Knowledge: Solid understanding of sport-specific fundamental drills, middle school league rules, and athlete safety protocols.
• Approach: Student-centered, patient, encouraging, and collaborative leadership style.

Work Environment and Physical Requirement

Required to lift and carry up to a maximum of 25 lbs., in a correct manner consistent with the appropriate training provided by the School. Occasionally required to use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, touch and use tools, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, bend, stoop, twist, lift, reach, push, pull, grasp, balance, kneel, crouch, crawl, grasp, talk, hear, and walk during the course of employment. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and an ability to adjust focus. May use telephone, computer, copier, and other office equipment in the course of a day. Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. This may include warm, hot, or cold temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Clearances

• Required Screenings: TB assessment
• Clearances: Livescan background check

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the position. By submitting an Employment Application, I hereby understand and agree that it is consistent with its obligations under Education Code Section 44051 subd. (a)(2) and as a part of the application consideration process, Chadwick School will contact each Educational Employer and inquire about your employment history including, without limitation, whether I was the subject of any credible complaints of, substantiated investigations into, or discipline for, egregious misconduct, as defined in Education Code Section 44932, subd. (a)(1).