Varsity Football Assistant Coach

About the School

King School is a PreK-12 independent, college preparatory day school located in Stamford that serves the diverse families of Fairfield and Westchester counties. King seeks more than achievement for our students. We open minds and spark courageous thinking. Our students discover and forge their unique paths to excellence.

Diversity is foundational to academic and professional excellence, and therefore is a core value at King. We think, learn, and work more deeply due to the many facets of diversity in our community, including but not limited to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, ability, and learning style. We leverage cultural differences and intellectual diversity to create an inclusive and vibrant learning community, endeavoring for each person to feel seen, heard, valued, and respected.

About the Role

King School is looking for qualified applicants with High School or College Football coaching and/or competitive playing experience. Highly motivated candidates possessing strong leadership and communication skills are encouraged to apply. King School is a member of the Metropolitan Independent Football League.

The assistant coach will support the Head Coach in all aspects of the program, including athlete skill development, in and out of season training, practice and game planning, film breakdown, scouting and recruiting, and assisting with day-to-day operations. The assistant coach will also be expected to uphold and promote the mission and philosophy of the King School and the Athletic Department. Successful candidates will have the proven ability to constructively collaborate with both adults and children in a positive spirit.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Coach in athlete skill development
• Assist with in and out of season training
• Contribute to practice and game planning
• Perform film breakdown and scouting
• Assist with recruiting efforts
• Help manage day-to-day operations of the football program
• Uphold and promote the mission and philosophy of King School and the Athletic Department

Requirements

• High School or College Football coaching and/or competitive playing experience
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to constructively collaborate with both adults and children in a positive spirit

Pay

$4,000.00 stipend