Upper School Fall 2026 Coach: Various Positions Open

Trustees Of Thayer Academy; Braintree (MA); On-site; Full time

Job description

Job Details

Location: Trustees of Thayer Academy, Braintree, MA 02184

Salary Range: $2,000.00 – $10,000.00 (Commission)

Positions: Upper School, Head, and Assistant Coaches for Fall 2026 (part‑time, seasonal)

Season Dates

Tuesday, September 8 – Saturday, November 14, 2026

Required Practices

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3:45–6:00p.m.
• JV teams do not practice/play on Fridays unless otherwise noted.
• JV practices end by 5:15–5:30p.m.
• Most games are scheduled for Wednesdays and Saturdays, unless otherwise noted.

Open Coaching Positions

• Field Hockey Goalie Coach
• Assistant Varsity Field Hockey Coach
• Assistant Varsity Boys Soccer Coach
• Assistant Varsity Girls Soccer Coach
• Assistant JV Girls Soccer Coach
• Head JV Volleyball Coach
• Assistant Volleyball Coach

What You’ll Do

• Represent Thayer Academy as a role model and coach.
• Plan and lead daily practices and weekly games with a focus 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/practices.
• Manage all Thayer Academy equipment following practices and games.
• Ensure that all student‑athletes are picked up after practice and games.
• Effectively communicate with parents, coaching staff, athletic training staff, athletic department, and campus security.
• Ensure three touch points per season with every student athlete on your team.

Qualifications

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

Compensation

Base pay: $2,000 – $10,000, depending on experience and coaching level.

Application Information

Please complete an application and upload your resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three to five references, including two present or past supervisors.

Equal Opportunity Act

Thayer Academy is an equal opportunity employer. The Academy complies with and adheres to all state and federal anti‑discrimination laws with respect to its employment practices. Thayer Academy does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment 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 recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, assignment, working conditions, promotions, transfers, termination, re‑employment, education, tuition assistance, employee treatment, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. All employment‑related decisions are made on a nondiscriminatory basis so as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Thayer Academy complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. We will not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in any phase of the employment relationship, including application for employment, hiring, promotions and/or advancement opportunities, termination, compensation, training, and other conditions or privileges of employment.