Middle School Fall 2026 Coach: Various Positions Open

Trustees Of Thayer Academy; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 2,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

Thayer Academy in Massachusetts is seeking qualified Middle School fall 2026 coaches for multiple positions, including assistant and head coaches, with practices after school and a season running Sept 8 to Nov 14, 2026.

Roles include MS Assistant Football, Field Hockey, Girls Soccer, Boys Soccer, Volleyball, and XC coaching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of coaching experience at the appropriate school level.
• CPR/Heads-up certification required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with students and families.

Responsibilities

• Represent Thayer Academy as a role model and coach.
• Plan and lead daily practices and weekly games focusing on skill development and sportsmanship.
• Cultivate a positive team culture emphasizing teamwork and character development.
• Travel with the team to games and practices.
• Manage equipment after practices and games.
• Ensure student-athletes are picked up after activities.
• Communicate with parents, coaching staff, athletic department, and campus security.

Skills

Coaching experience

CPR/Heads-up certification

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Adherence to safety

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Trustees of Thayer Academy, BRAINTREE, MA 02184

Salary Range: $2,000.00 - $10,000.00 Commission

Part‑time, Seasonal Position for Middle School Fall 2026 Coach – Various Positions Open.

Thayer Academy seeks qualified Middle School, Head, and Assistant coaches for the Fall 2026 season. This includes promoting a culture and practice of excellence and sportsmanship consistent with Thayer Academy's philosophy and policies, and the program’s long history of achievement.

Season Dates

Tuesday, September 8 – Saturday, November 14, 2026

Required Practices

• Monday – Friday: 2:30–3:45pm
• Most games are scheduled for Tuesdays or Fridays; no commitments on Saturdays.

Open Coaching Positions

• MS Assistant Football Coach
• MS Assistant Field Hockey Coach
• MS Assistant Girls Soccer Coach
• MS Head Boys Soccer Coach
• MS Assistant Volleyball Coach
• MS Assistant XC Coach

What you’ll do

• Represent Thayer Academy as a role model and coach.
• Plan and lead daily practices and weekly games focusing on skill development, game strategy, respect, sportsmanship, and character development.
• Cultivate a positive team culture emphasizing teamwork, resilience, and strong moral character.
• Travel with the team on the bus to all games and practices.
• Manage all Thayer Academy equipment after practices and games.
• Ensure that all student‑athletes are picked up following practice and games.
• Communicate effectively with parents, coaching staff, the athletic department, and campus security.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience coaching at the appropriate school level.
• Experience designing and implementing daily practice/game plans.
• Passion for working with adolescents and building relationships.
• Commitment to working in and fostering a safe and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Willingness to work on a team in a collaborative department.
• Effective communication with students and families.
• CPR/Heads‑up certification.
• Willingness to learn and grow through professional development opportunities.
• Daily communication with the Thayer Athletic Staff.
• Communication as needed with the Thayer Athletic Training Staff.
• Adherence to all Thayer Academy and Athletic Department Policies & Practices.

Compensation

$2,000 – $10,000, based upon experience and coaching level.

Equal Opportunity Act: Thayer Academy is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal anti‑discrimination laws. Thayer Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or any other category protected under state or federal law. This policy extends to all aspects of employment.

Americans with Disabilities Act: Thayer Academy complies with all aspects of the ADA and state disability laws, ensuring no discrimination in any phase of the employment relationship.