Assistant Field Hockey Coach
Assistant Field Hockey Coach (Fall Season)
Merion Mercy Academy, an independent Catholic college preparatory school for girls grades 9-12 outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, seeks an Assistant Field Hockey Coach who is committed to assisting with a competitive program and working in a dynamic, student-centered athletic department.
The Assistant Field Hockey Coach is a dedicated, enthusiastic individual who understands the value of education-based athletics and serves as a positive role model. The ideal candidate will instruct players in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. A successful candidate thrives in an all-girls environment and meets the unique needs of young women. Student-athletes shall also receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of the Mercy values, leadership, self-discipline, self-confidence, and sense of pride.
The Assistant Field Hockey Coach would support the design and implementation of the Merion Mercy Athletic program for the sport of field hockey in accordance with the applicable rules and regulations:
- Providing supervision of students during all aspects of the program.
- Serving as a positive role model to the student-athletes and representing Merion Mercy Academy in a well respected manner.
- Upgrading knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, professional development, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous successful coaching and/or experience in the sport of field hockey
- Has field hockey knowledge and background
- Must serve as an appropriate role model for student-athletes through instruction and actions
REPORTS TO: the Head Coach in conjunction with the Director of Athletics, who provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the Head of School.
The duties of the Assistant Field Hockey coach include but are not limited to:
? Build positive relationships with the Merion Mercy players, families, and community.
? Cultivate a desire to win, positive attitude, personal pride, and pride for Merion Mercy Academy and the community as a whole.
? Commitment to the health and well-being of student-athletes on and off the field.
? Model sport-like behavior and appropriate conduct towards players, officials, spectators.
? Follow athletic department policies and procedures, along with athletic training policies concerning injuries and the reporting of injuries, medical attention, and emergencies. Adheres to the highest standards of ethics, sportsmanship, and expectations of the governing bodies (AACA, PIAA).
? Foster the goals and standards of the Athletic Department in coordination with
Merion Mercy Academy’s mission and vision.
? Perform other such duties that are consistent with the nature of the position and that may be requested by the Director of Athletics and/or the Head of School.
Position Requirements include:
? Previous successful coaching and/or experience in the sport of field hockey at the high school and/or collegiate level
? Possess superior character and integrity, demonstrate strong interpersonal and leadership and communication skills, and be committed to the development of female student-athletes
? Ability to travel to and from practices from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and on game days potentially from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
? Associate degree; bachelor’s degree preferred
The selected candidate must pass all PA Department of Education background checks, Protecting God's Children training, and possess/obtain CPR/First Aid certification, plus concussion and cardiac training prior to beginning coaching.
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Shannon Fisher, Director of Athletics at ad@merion-mercy.com.
Merion Mercy Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its hiring practices.
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