Athletics Department & Coaches
Please visit our application portal to view all open positions. If you are interested in multiple positions, please apply separately for each. Human Resources will acknowledge receipt of resumes through email and will contact qualified applicants directly.
Full background checks are required for all positions including fingerprinting, as required by MA State Law. Phillips Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
Head Coach for Softball
Phillips Academy is seeking a Head Coach for our varsity softball program. Typical responsibilities include the following:
- Oversees all aspects of the softball program at Phillips Academy
- Plans and executes 100-minute team practices with assistant coach support. Coaches in all regular season scrimmages/games/end-of-season tournament and is able to organize/lead spring training spring break trip.
- Adheres to policies established in Phillips Academy Coaches Handbook
- Stays current in and expands knowledge of coaching techniques.
- Working with the athletic director and others, engages prospective student-athletes and their families throughout the admissions process.
- Partners with college counseling office to assist student-athletes who aspire to collegiate athletics.
- Models and ensures diversity and cultural competency (respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing, and welcoming cultural differences) in all position responsibilities regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, social class, sexual orientation, ability, nationality, age, language, or origin.
The strongest applicants will have the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (required)
- At least 2 years’ experience coaching in high school or college setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to positively motivate, inspire and be role model to students.
- Be able to communicate effectively with groups and/or individuals, and engage with peers, the public, students, and parents in a positive, empathetic, and professional manner.
- Softball playing experience at high school, college or higher level.
- Ability and willingness to manage a Monday-Saturday practice/game schedule which includes travel to away opponents.
- Interested candidates should submit a résumé and one-page statement articulating coaching philosophy and/or vision for a softball program.
This position is not eligible for benefits except those required by law.
As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, our top priority is safety. Accordingly, the Academy will require, subject to disability and religious accommodation exceptions under federal and state law, that all new employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Phillips Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Phillips Academy is an intentionally diverse and inclusive residential community “committed to creating an equitable and inclusive school in which students from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences—including race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, socioeconomic class, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, and ability—learn and grow together.” The ideal candidate supports the inclusive and diverse nature of the community. Any offers of employment will be contingent upon successful CORI/SORI and fingerprinting background checks as well as unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
Fitness Center Monitor (Temporary)
Under the immediate supervision of the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, the Fitness Center Monitor is responsible to oversee the community use of Fitness Center assuring all policies and protocols designed for safety are followed and maintaining a safe and positive workout environment. This is a temporary position with an expected duration through December 2021. This position follows the academic calendar and is required when students are in session.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for opening, closing, and securing the facility
- Enforces fitness center policies and procedures
- Educate students and/ or faculty on the safe and proper use of the equipment
- Oversees the cleanliness and upkeep of the fitness center
- Reports equipment malfunction/ damage or maintenance needs
- Properly triage and report any first aid or injuries
- Maintain positive and appropriate mentoring relationships with student population
Education:
Physical Education and Exercise Science or Sport Medicine Majors highly preferred
Proposed Hours:
Monday- Friday 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Please complete an application and include your resume at: http://www.andover.edu/employm...
As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, our top priority is safety. Accordingly, the Academy will require, subject to disability and religious accommodation exceptions under federal and state law, that all new employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Phillips Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Phillips Academy is an intentionally diverse and inclusive residential community “committed to creating an equitable and inclusive school in which students from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences—including race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, socioeconomic class, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, and ability—learn and grow together.” The ideal candidate supports the inclusive and diverse nature of the community. Any offers of employment will be contingent upon successful CORI/SORI and fingerprinting background checks as well as unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
