Assistant Track and Field Coach, Upper School

The Harker School•San Jose, CA

About The Position

The Harker School is seeking an Assistant Track and Field Coach for its Upper School athletic program. The season begins in February 2027 and runs through May. Coaches support the personal development of student-athletes by teaching sport-related skills, fostering competitiveness and sportsmanship, and helping students develop leadership and life skills. The role includes organizing practices and game plans, communicating with students, parents, the Athletic Director, and other staff, and supporting student safety and conduct. Compensation is determined according to the school’s established pay scale and based on relevant education and experience as evaluated by Human Resources. The posted pay range reflects the full scale; most new hires can expect to fall within its lower to middle portion.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Experience working with children is preferred; must be comfortable working with and around school-age children.
First Aid/CPR certified.
Ability to coach students ages 13–19.
Experience in or a strong background in volleyball.
Ability to model and promote a positive team culture and sportsmanship.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children.
One to two years of coaching experience.

Responsibilities

Safely and effectively manage groups of students.
Organize practice plans and game plans.
Communicate effectively with the Athletic Director, other staff, students, and parents.
Stay informed about weekly sports emails, updates, and changes.
Follow the guidelines in the Upper School Coaches Handbook.
Complete miscellaneous tasks and duties as requested.
Attend coaches meetings and mandatory seasonal parent meetings.
Ensure students participate fairly and demonstrate good sportsmanship.
Ensure students’ safety and decorum while traveling to away games.
Maintain knowledge of applicable league, section, and state bylaws.
Provide guidance for middle and/or lower school programs where applicable.
Assume related duties as required or assigned.
Teach sport-related skills and support students’ personal development, competitiveness, ethical behavior, leadership, and life skills.