Job Title: Varsity High School Girls’ Assistant Track and Field Jumps and Sprints Coach

Department: Athletics

FLSA Status: Exempt

The Hewitt School - New York, NY

ABOUT HEWITT

Established in 1920 and located in New York City, The Hewitt School is an independent K-12 girls’ school whose mission is to inspire girls and young women to become game changers and ethical leaders who forge an equitable, sustainable, and joyous future. Hewitt empowers and expects our community members to embrace multiple points of view, to engage others with empathy and integrity, and to champion equity and justice in all areas of our lives. As a community, Hewitt is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff, and student body.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Hewitt School is seeking dedicated and passionate candidates for a varsity high school girls’ assistant track and field jumps and sprint coach. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and guiding our girls' track and field team to success on and off the track. This is a seasonal position, with the season running from March 1st to May 22nd, 2026.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in planning, organizing, and conducting daily after-school practices from 3:30 to 6:30 pm, focusing on skill development, team strategies, and player fitness
• Accompany the team to away games (hours may vary)
• Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that promotes sportswomanship, teamwork, and personal growth
• Provide effective coaching during competitions, making strategic decisions to maximize team performance
• Communicate regularly with players, parents, guardians, and school administration regarding team progress, schedule changes, and other important information
• Ensure the safety and well-being of student athletes at all times 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Demonstrated commitment to anti-bias education and social justice
• Proficiency in track and field jumping events (high jump, long jump, triple jump) and coaching 
• Previous coaching experience at the high school level or college level is preferred
• Strong knowledge of track and field rules, strategies, and coaching techniques
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• A commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive team environment
• Valid CPR/First Aid/AED certification, or willingness to obtain one
• Commitment to student life

SALARY RANGE

Starting Stipend Range: $5,000 to $6,000 (stipend based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and expertise)

TO APPLY: Please submit a resumé, cover letter, and examples of previous relevant work via our applicant tracking portal. Cover letters should reflect a careful reading of The Hewitt School’s website, including the School’s academic philosophy. No phone calls, please. Recruitment will remain open until the position is filled; applicants should apply as soon as possible for consideration.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Hewitt School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the School not to discriminate on the basis of any category prohibited by applicable federal, New York State and/or New York City laws/regulations. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment process, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation/benefits, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, training, working conditions, layoff, and termination.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Demonstrated commitment to anti-bias education and social justice
• Proficiency in track and field jumping events (high jump, long jump, triple jump) and coaching 

• Previous coaching experience at the high school level or college level is preferred
• Strong knowledge of track and field rules, strategies, and coaching techniques
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• A commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive team environment
• Valid CPR/First Aid/AED certification, or willingness to obtain one
• Commitment to student life

About The Hewitt School

The Hewitt School is an independent college preparatory school for girls in kindergarten through grade twelve with 525 students. The Hewitt School inspires girls and young women to become game changers and ethical leaders who forge and equitable, sustainable, and joyous future. The school values each girl’s individual talents and encourages respect for the diverse interests and backgrounds of others. Hewitt’s small size and supportive environment enable each student to reach her full potential and to become a responsible and socially aware leader. In keeping with its motto “By Faith and Courage,” Hewitt seeks to instill in each girl lifelong faith in herself, personal integrity, and the courage to face challenges with confidence. Hewitt is an inclusive and diverse community of students, faculty, administration, board of trustees, and staff and continues to integrate diversity into the life of the school. Hewitt respects and values individuals whose differences include age, ethnicity, family structure, gender, learning styles, physical ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status.

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