JV Head Girls Soccer Coach (AY26-27)

About the role

Buckingham Browne & Nichols is a day school located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to providing a rich and engaging educational experience for students from Pre-K through 12th grade. The school aims to help students discover and develop their unique talents and interests while fostering an inclusive and diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to becoming an anti-racist institution aligned with the school's mission and vision.
• Mentor and instruct players in skill development, character building, and teamwork.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about games, practices, and team commitments.
• Support and develop student athletes aiming to compete at the high school and varsity levels.
• Attend all BB&N practices, games, and other related athletics functions.
• Model positive behavior, maintain a supportive environment, and exhibit professionalism.
• Collaborate with other coaches, parents, and community members.
• Seek assistance for emergencies.

Requirements, Skills, And Competencies

• A bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and inspire athletes.
• A passion for soccer and working with Middle and Upper school-aged students.
• A commitment to inclusivity and equity in sports.
• Effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
• The ability to adjust coaching methods based on individual athlete needs.

Key Tasks And Responsibilities

• Practice planning and match oversight, including teaching skill techniques and preparing athletes for competitive events.
• Mentoring and instructing players in skill development, character development, and teamwork.
• Communicating with parents/guardians about games, practices, and other team commitments.
• Supporting and developing student athletes aiming to compete at the high school and varsity levels.
• Attending all BB&N practices, at-home and away games, in-school events, and other related athletics functions.
• Modeling positive behavior, maintaining a supportive environment, and exhibiting a high level of professionalism.
• Collaborating with other coaches, parents, and community members.
• Serving as a resource for emergency situations.

Pay

A season-long stipend of $3,500 - $5,000.

Schedule

• Fall Coaches Meeting: Monday, August 31, 2026.
• Season Duration: September 2, 2026, through November 22, 2026.
• Weekly Practices: 3:45 pm to 5:30 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
• Games: Usually on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
• Holidays: Labor Day, Yom Kippur, Indigenous Peoples Day, and Professional Day.