Winter Track & Field Assistant Coach: Build Champions

High School; New Hope (Bucks County); On-site; USD 2,800 - 3,700; Part time

Job summary

New Hope-Solebury High School in New Hope, PA is seeking a Winter Track and Field Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach in administering and developing the program, promoting academic achievement, sportsmanship, and personal growth of student-athletes.

Starting November 2, 2026, this part-time role involves assisting with practice planning, event supervision, meet preparation, equipment management, and effective communication with athletes, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Prior coaching and/or competitive experience in Track and Field preferred.
• Knowledge of track rules, event techniques, training principles, and safety practices.
• Ability to work effectively with student-athletes in an educational environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with coaches, administrators, and school staff.
• Completion of required District, PIAA, and state-mandated certifications and clearances.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and supervising the overall Track and Field program in accordance with District policies and PIAA regulations.
• Coach and supervise student-athletes in assigned track event areas (e.g., sprints, middle distance, distance, relays, hurdles, jumps, throws).
• Conduct practices that emphasize event-specific technique, conditioning, speed development, and safe participation in an indoor environment.
• Instruct student-athletes in winter track fundamentals, advanced techniques, and meet strategies appropriate for competition.
• Evaluate athlete performance and provide feedback to support individual and team development throughout the season.
• Promote and model appropriate conduct, sportsmanship, and respect for teammates, opponents, officials, and the school community.
• Support the academic success and overall well-being of student-athletes in alignment with District expectations.
• Collaborate with the Head Coach to ensure consistency and continuity across all indoor event groups and training plans.
• Assist with meet preparation and management, including athlete entries, heat assignments, warm-ups, equipment setup, and athlete supervision during competitions.
• Help ensure proper use, storage, and maintenance of track equipment and training facilities.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with student-athletes, parents/guardians, administrators, and athletic department staff.
• Ensure compliance with District policies, PIAA regulations, and league rules, including eligibility, indoor facility safety protocols, and reporting requirements.
• Uphold and enforce District codes of conduct, team rules, and expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.

Skills

Coaching experience

Track rules

Leadership & communication

Collaboration with staff

Certifications & clearances

Job description

New Hope-Solebury High School in New Hope, PA is seeking a Winter Track and Field Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach in administering and developing the program, promoting academic achievement, sportsmanship, and personal growth of student-athletes.

Starting November 2, 2026, this part-time role involves assisting with practice planning, event supervision, meet preparation, equipment management, and effective communication with athletes, families, and staff.