Marymount School of New York seeks a Varsity Girls’ Badminton Coach to help lead our Upper School badminton program. The ideal coach builds strong relationships with student-athletes and colleagues, creates a positive and inclusive team culture, and teaches the skills, tactics, and habits needed to compete in the AAIS/NYSAIS landscape. The season begins February 27 with tryouts and concludes on or before May 20, 2026. 

Season Duration: February 27 - May 20, 2026

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the varsity program: practice design, game management, player development, and culture.
• Attend and coach all practices and games; typical weekday practices between 3:00–6:30 p.m., with occasional Saturdays as scheduled.
• Oversee daily logistics (practice/game plans, travel coordination, equipment, uniforms).
• Collaborate with and mentor assistant coaches; align staff to program standards.
• Handle admin duties: attendance, roster management, score reporting, communication with families, and team events.
• Uphold Marymount’s mission and athletics policies, and comply with AAIS/NYSAIS rules and sportsmanship standards.
• Communicate proactively with the Athletics Office regarding injuries, academic/support needs, facilities, and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years relevant coaching experience; prior high school or collegiate playing/coaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to teach fundamental and advanced lacrosse skills, team systems, and in-game strategy.
• Strong organization and communication; detail-oriented and dependable.
• Commitment to equity and belonging in athletics.
• Required certifications/clearances by season start: current CPR/AED; concussion education and SafeSport (or ability to complete upon hire).

About Marymount School of New York

Marymount seeks educators who inspire students to recognize their unique talents, embrace challenges, and reach their full potential. Faculty are expected to be innovative instructors in inquiry-based, student-centered classrooms, as well as active participants in the school community. Rooted in the Catholic tradition of educating both the heart and the mind, Marymount’s mission and values are infused throughout our programs and daily lives; students graduate from the School as compassionate, ethical citizens with a strong commitment to social justice. Marymount’s faculty and staff are dedicated professionals who model lifelong learning, nurture a growth mindset, and make meaningful connections with students. We believe in the transformative power of a diverse and inclusive community, and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender in our educational programs or employment practices.

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