Track and Field Men’s and Women’s Varsity – Assistant Coaches

Bentley School; Lafayette (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Bentley School in Lafayette, CA is seeking a Men’s and Women’s Varsity Track and Field Assistant Coach for the Spring 2027 season. This part-time, seasonal, non-exempt role works with the Head Coach and Athletics Director to support a comprehensive track program at the Upper School campus.

The position requires close collaboration, ability to coach both hurdlers and field events, and a commitment to developing student-athletes on and off the track, while upholding school policies and fostering a

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience at the high school and/or college level.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Desire to become part of the larger school athletic community.
• Must be able to work collaboratively as a team member.
• Must be self-directed.
• Time commitment - must be available for practices and games during weekday afternoons and evenings and on some Saturday’s.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with the head coach to develop the field program.
• Assist in the overall planning and execution of the track and field.
• Help in the planning and organising of team practice sessions; specifically for hurdlers & field events (jumps & throws).
• Ability to coach team members individually and in groups.
• Work with the head coach to develop and implement a team strength and conditioning program.
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the culture of the school and athletic program.
• Adhere to all state, section, conference and league rules and regulations/policies.
• Build a positive relationship with all members of the Bentley School community, including students, faculty/staff, administration, parents and alumni.
• Be a mentor, both in track and field and in life.

Skills

Coaching

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Reports To: Men’s and Women’s Head Coach and Director of Athletics

Position Type: Part-Time/Seasonal/Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $20-$29 per hour

Established in 1920, Bentley School is a K-12 coeducational, independent day school located on two campuses in Oakland and Lafayette. Bentley is an inclusive community that shares a vision of transformational learning and respect for the individual. Bentley seeks a Men’s and Women’s Varsity Track and Field Assistant Coach at the Upper School campus in Lafayette for the Spring 2027 season.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to:

• Work directly with the head coach to develop the field program.
• Assist in the overall planning and execution of the track and field
• Help in the planning and organising of team practice sessions; specifically for hurdlers & field events (jumps & throws)
• Ability to coach team members individually and in groups.
• Work with the head coach to develop and implement a team strength and conditioning program.
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the culture of the school and athletic program.
• Adhere to all state, section, conference and league rules and regulations/policies.
• Build a positive relationship with all members of the Bentley School community, including students, faculty/staff, administration, parents and alumni.
• Be a mentor, both in track and field and in life.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience at the high school and/or college level.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Desire to become part of the larger school athletic community.
• Must be able to work collaboratively as a team member.
• Must be self-directed.
• Time commitment - must be available for practices and games during weekday afternoons and evenings and on some Saturday’s.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience running track and field at the college level or above.

Bentley School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks rich diversity among faculty and administration. The School offers competitive compensation and benefits.