Reports to: Director of Athletics

Schedule: 3-month position 

Head Girls Varsity Soccer Coach responsibilities: 

• Direct coaching responsibilities inclusive of: program organization, practice planning, game preparation/management, and overall student-athlete development following the mission statement and core values of Cheshire Academy. 
• Support CA commitment to student-athletes through prioritization of student academic success, character development, social emotional learning, and community involvement. 
• In collaboration with the Admission Office, provide yearly recruitment and retention of highly skilled mission-appropriate student-athletes.
• In collaboration with the College Counseling Office, provide guidance to student athletes engaged in the NCAA recruitment process. 
• Administrative tasks including, but not limited to: continuous communication with the athletic department, prepare and update team rosters, oversee individual and team stats, provide game wrap ups to media outlets and CA website, utilize game filming with Hudl, attend league and conference meetings for NEPSAC league. 
• Provide end of season collection of information, uniforms, award winners, and season review.
• Create a competitive, fun, and positive environment for all student athletes.  

REQUIREMENTS 

Education and Experience: 

1. Bachelor’s Degree required
2. Proven soccer coaching experience at the college/high school and/or premier level
3. Previous recruiting experience required. 
4. Experience with or extensive knowledge of independent day and boarding schools preferred.

Skills and Abilities 

1. Must be detail oriented and possess an ability to work independently, yet collaboratively as a member of a close-knit team. 
2. Must demonstrate energy and determination necessary to provide valuable and timely services to students and parents. 
3. Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with a range of parents, students, faculty, and staff 
4. Outstanding interpersonal skills as well as written and oral communication skills.
5. Must be a demonstrated leader. 
6. Passion for and experience with recruiting and supporting a culture of inclusion and diversity.  

Employment Diversity Statement

Cheshire Academy is an internationally minded college-preparatory school with a diverse student body representing over 31 different countries. We are fully committed to hiring and retaining faculty and staff that reflect the diversity of our student body. Candidates should demonstrate dedication to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice within our community. We encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply.

Nondiscrimination Policy

Cheshire Academy, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. Cheshire Academy is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Candidate must be able to pass a criminal background check.  Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and the names of three professional references to Kristin Welage, Director of Human Resources at kristin.welage@cheshireacademy.org.