Part-Time Head Golf Coach: Lead Team & Skills

Westover School; Middlebury (CT); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Westover School in Middlebury, CT seeks a Head Golf Coach for the Spring 2027 season (March through May). The part-time role reports to the Athletic Director and focuses on leadership, instruction, and oversight of the golf program to develop student-athletes’ skills and character.

The ideal candidate will engage student-athletes across experience levels, fostering a positive, inclusive team environment aligned with the school’s values and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching high school golf or equivalent preferred.
• Strong knowledge of golf fundamentals, rules, etiquette, course management.
• Ability to lead and motivate student-athletes in a positive, inclusive environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the golf program, including practices, competition prep, and match-day operations.
• Instruct fundamentals: swing mechanics, short game, putting, course management, rules and etiquette.
• Develop practices for varying skill levels to promote growth for individuals and the team.
• Foster a positive team culture built on respect, effort, sportsmanship, and collaboration with the Athletics Department.
• Prepare student-athletes for matches and provide coaching feedback during competition.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, matches, travel, and other activities.
• Coordinate with Athletic Director on schedules, transportation, course logistics, equipment, and needs.
• Communicate professionally with students, families, faculty, staff, officials, and other coaches.
• Ensure compliance with Westover School policies, league rules, and safety regulations.

Skills

Golf coaching

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Inclusion

Job description

Westover School in Middlebury, CT seeks a Head Golf Coach for the Spring 2027 season (March through May). The part-time role reports to the Athletic Director and focuses on leadership, instruction, and oversight of the golf program to develop student-athletes’ skills and character.

The ideal candidate will engage student-athletes across experience levels, fostering a positive, inclusive team environment aligned with the school’s values and safety standards.