Job Summary

The position is responsible for coaching student-athletes in-game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. The position motivates student-athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport and centers on creating positive relationships with student-athletes.

Qualifications/Duties:

• Able to demonstrate and communicate an understanding of the fundamentals, rules, and regulations essential to building a successful football program
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of fitness and training for the sport.
• Able to work well and build positive relationships with the coaching staff, administration, students, parents, and the community.
• Work in unison with the Athletic Director to establish a “WE” program.
• Work with the Athletic Director to build a positive and accountable program that is branded with the LI culture, mission, and values.
• Coordinates activities about practice and maintains individual and team stats per game/season.
• Participate in all competitions and other events as assigned by the Athletic Director.
• Be available weekdays from 3:15 pm on and on weekends as needed (depending on practice and game times).
• Possess sound judgment and a clear understanding that athletics is an extension of the classroom. We seek strong leaders who will mentor our athletes, helping them grow into successful and responsible individuals in society.
• Follow and uphold all LI policies and procedures and create a team atmosphere that is built around the history and culture of LI.
• Plan and work with the Athletic Director for fundraising opportunities.
• Create and work with the Athletic Director on summer and team camps.

Required Skills

• Must be, or become before the start of the season, a Vermont Principals Assoc. (VPA) certified coach and have completed all VPA-required certifications with NFHS (National Federation of State High School Associations) as well as CPR/AED certification

Desired Skills

• Recent successful coaching experience at the high school, college, or club level

Application Process:

Submit a letter of interest, a resume, and a minimum of two letters of reference, including letters from the head coach or administration of your last coaching position.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background vetting process including reference checks and criminal record checks including fingerprinting.

Submit all materials to Kilee Willey, Human Resources Director at kilee.willey@lyndoninstitute.org

About Lyndon Institute

Founded in 1867, Lyndon Institute is dedicated to providing a unique educational experience for our students that leads to a lifetime of learning and good citizenship. We are a comprehensive town academy for grades 9 – 12, offering a 150-course curriculum specializing in core and honors academics, fine and performing arts, and Career & Technical Education programs. The main 130-acre campus hosts 34 buildings, including the Main Building, Alumni Gymnasium and 650-seat Alumni Auditorium, the Elliott Memorial Library, the John L. Norris, Jr. Center for the Arts, the Monahan Academic Commons, and seven dormitories. The 300-acre Edwin Binney Memorial Forest, located on Burke Mountain, provides outdoor recreation and educational opportunities. We believe that the primary obligation of our school is to help every student to discover their individual academic, artistic, technological, and athletic aptitudes; to encourage the development of goals appropriate to such aptitude; and to aid in developing the goals for the betterment of one’s self and one’s community. LI students enjoy personal attention from an accomplished and devoted faculty, genuine respect for their individuality ...and unique talents, a truly inclusive environment, and outstanding preparation for their choices of colleges or careers. Our students are encouraged to respect and value diversity and to be active and responsible citizens. In 2009, Lyndon Institute was one of the first two high schools in the U.S. permitted to offer an American high school program in China. We currently partner with four schools in China (Shanghai, Shaoxing, Heifei, and Fuzhou). Located in the scenic and historic Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, our school is a key educational and cultural resource for our entire community. Our students participate in a number of community service projects. Several on-campus amenities are available to the public: the Bob Heath track (for fitness walking and running); the Simpson Nature Trail (hikes and picnics); the athletic fields (for youth programs); and other facilities host performances and continuing education programs. LI prides itself on being a positive presence and contributing member of the community.

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