Track & Field Assistant Coach - Middle School

Milton Hershey School; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA seeks a Middle School Track & Field Assistant Coach with experience coaching throwing events for the March–May season. The role supports student-athletes’ skill development, promotes sportsmanship, and helps build character under the head coach.

This part-time, temporary position runs Monday–Friday after school, with meets on occasional weekdays or weekends; a high school diploma, driver's license, and coaching experience are required, and compensation is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Driver’s license required.
• Has at least 1 year of successful coaching experience or experience playing at the collegiate level.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current coaching techniques, rules and regulations, and training theory of the sport.
• Must have the ability to teach beginner skills while also developing various skill level athletes in a positive and professional manner.
• Experience and ability to coach throwing events (shot put and discus) at the middle school level.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire diverse youth. Experience working with students from disadvantaged backgrounds is preferred.
• Demonstrated skills in providing safe, structured skill development practice and playing experiences, while also developing high character student athletes.
• Strong organizational and planning skills are required.
• Must demonstrate and uphold high ethical standards, serving as a role model and demonstrating a commitment to student engagement.
• Must be willing to actively engage with students beyond the scope of their job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support student-athletes’ skill development, athletic growth, and character development, working with the head coach.
• Assist with planning and conducting practices for throwing events.
• Season runs March–May; practices Monday–Friday, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.; meets on weekday afternoons or evenings; some weekends.
• Flexible off-season work is required.

Skills

Coaching

Coaching techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Track & Field Assistant Coach - Middle School (26000169)

Track & Field Assistant Coach - Middle School - ( 26000169 )

Description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world’s best pre-K through 12th grade private schools, where approximately 2,200 students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey in 1909, the school is fully endowed today, with the resources to ensure students can thrive. The school has prepared over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students.

MHS provides enrolled students an amazing multitude of athletic opportunities, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and programs led by committed coaching staffs. MHS offers Varsity, JV, Junior High, and Recreational teams for 15 sports and intramural programs. Athletic programs begin in Elementary and Middle Division and culminate to the Senior Division Varsity level. Our program has produced many successful seasons ending with Mid Penn Conference, PIAA District III, and PIAA State Championships. Many athletes also advance to play at the college level after graduation from MHS.

MHS is seeking a Middle School Track & Field Assistant Coach with experience coaching throwing events. This is a one-year ancillary position responsible for developing student-athletes in the throwing events, promoting sportsmanship, character development, and competitive excellence. In partnership with the head coach, the assistant coach will support student-athletes’ skill development, athletic growth, and character development, helping them succeed both in their sport and in life.

The season runs from March through May, with practices Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Meets are typically held on weekday afternoons or evenings, with some invitationals and events scheduled on weekends. Flexible off-season work is also required. The stipend amount is based on experience and working the entire season.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Driver’s license required.

Has at least 1 year of successful coaching experience or experience playing at the collegiate level.

Demonstrates knowledge of current coaching techniques, rules and regulations, and training theory of the sport.

Must have the ability to teach beginner skills while also developing various skill level athletes in a positive and professional manner.

Experience and ability to coach throwing events (shot put and discus,) at the middle school level.

Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire diverse youth. Experience working with students from disadvantaged backgrounds is preferred.

Demonstrated skills in providing safe, structured skill development practice and playing experiences, while also developing high character student athletes.

Strong organizational and planning skills are required.

Must demonstrate and uphold high ethical standards, serving as a role model and demonstrating a commitment to student engagement.

Must be willing to actively engage with students beyond the scope of their job responsibilities.

Schedule

Part-time

Job Type

Temporary Work

Job Posting

Sep 14, 2026

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Milton Hershey School does not discriminate in admissions or other programs and services on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, religious creed or disability. .Equal Opportunity Policy