Athletics Coach - Freshman Field Hockey Coach

About the role

The Freshman Field Hockey Coach provides strategic leadership, technical instruction, and holistic mentorship to student-athletes within the Framingham High School athletic program. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Coach is responsible for fostering a safe, inclusive, and competitive environment that prioritizes student-athlete health, academic success, and character growth.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of current research, sport-specific theory, and effective coaching methodologies.
• Communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written forms; effectively present information and respond to questions from student-athletes, parents, and the general public regarding team policies, schedules, and expectations.
• Analyze data-driven insights to evaluate player performance, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to inform strategic game and practice decisions.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify and respond to medical emergencies, including the application of First Aid, CPR, and concussion protocols.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, caregivers, staff, and the community.
• Operate and acquire skills in computer software, including Google Workspace, and utilize athletic-specific technology or video analysis tools to facilitate student learning and performance improvement.

Requirements

• Must possess or be willing to obtain MIAA-required coaching certifications, including CPR/First Aid and Concussion Training.
• Education: High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience: 2–4 years of successful experience in playing and/or coaching the specific sport beyond high school graduation.
• Language Proficiency: Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Athletic Leadership & Instruction: Apply knowledge of current research, sport-specific theory, and effective coaching methodologies.
• Communication & Presentation: Communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written forms; effectively present information and respond to questions from student-athletes, parents, and the general public regarding team policies, schedules, and expectations.
• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving: Read, analyze, and interpret athletic regulations and technical procedures.
• Safety & Emergency Management: Demonstrate the ability to identify and respond to medical emergencies, including the application of First Aid, CPR, and concussion protocols.
• Relationship Building & Cultural Proficiency: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, caregivers, staff, and the community.
• Professionalism & Adaptability: React professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations, such as behavioral issues or game-day pivots.
• Organizational Management: Work independently to prioritize tasks and manage logistical demands, including equipment inventory, facility scheduling, and transportation coordination.
• Compliance & Confidentiality: Perform duties with strict awareness of MIAA Rules and Regulations, district requirements, and state laws.
• Technology: Operate and acquire skills in computer software, including Google Workspace, and utilize athletic-specific technology or video analysis tools to facilitate student learning and performance improvement.

Skills

• Leadership & Mentorship: Provides direct training and guidance to athletes, focusing on the mastery of sport-specific skills and performance improvement.
• Program Design & Implementation: Develops and executes a regular practice schedule that balances individual skill development with cohesive team strategy.
• Compliance, Regulatory & Legal Oversight: Ensures the safety and well-being of all athletes by adhering to district health protocols, including concussion management and medical emergency procedures.
• Personnel Management & Collaboration: Establishes and maintains effective, collaborative working relationships with parents/guardians, school staff, and the broader Framingham community.

Benefits

This role ensures that the athletic experience is an extension of the classroom, where discipline, teamwork, and inclusive excellence are at the forefront of the student-athlete experience. This commitment aligns with Framingham Public Schools’ high expectations for achievement, equal access to culturally responsive, quality instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and a sense of belonging for all subgroups within our schools.

Pay

Framingham Public Schools provides fair labor standards act (FLSA) classification as Exempt (Professional).

Schedule

Seasonal. Click Here for the Stipend Information.