Head Football Coach (SY '26-'27)

Episcopal High School•Alexandria, VA

About The Position

Episcopal High School is seeking a head varsity football coach starting in the 2026-27 school year. This opportunity is envisioned as a full-time role to be combined with other significant school-related teaching or administrative duties. The successful candidate is an educator who is deeply committed to the role that football can play in helping a large group of boys who hail from a wide variety of backgrounds learn and grow, not just as exceptional football players but as young men of character and leaders. As a member of the competitive Interstate Athletic Conference (IAC) in the Greater Washington, DC area, Episcopal has a rich academic and athletic tradition and is deeply committed to fostering a successful athletic program as a crucial, co-curricular classroom in which students pursue excellence and develop as healthy, determined, collaborative, and ethical leaders for the future. Our football program strives to be competitive in our league and has shared or held outright our league championship in 4 of the last 10 seasons. In addition, 2026 will mark the 125th time that EHS has matched up against Woodberry Forest School, a storied, long-standing, and beloved rivalry between the two schools with strong football traditions. For more information about EHS, please visit the school’s website. Specific responsibilities and characteristics will be to: Demonstrate and share expert knowledge of football from a tactical, learning, organizational and best practices perspective, resulting in sustained competitive excellence. Attract and manage a talented group of assistant coaches to support the players in different positions and foster a collaborative and developmentally appropriate approach for the JV program with the JV coaches. Value strength & conditioning, nutrition, and participation in multiple sports in helping the boys to realize their full potential as athletes. Offer year-round, positive leadership for the football program (9th-12th). The coach will help boys grow physically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. Work in partnership with the admissions office both to communicate to prospective students and families the values and ideals of the entire Episcopal community and to attract students who aspire to excel in both the classroom and on the football field at Episcopal High School. Support players’ transitions to college, inclusive of establishing relationships with college and university programs in support of the recruiting process. Value a meritocracy and build a belief among boys that achievement comes through hard work and teamwork. Encourage a sense of belonging for all boys who are a part of the program through relationship-building with and among the boys that are based on the development of their character as well as their athletic ability. Understand the academic responsibilities of the boys, follow their progress as students, and support their full participation as positive members and leaders in a demanding, boarding high school community. Build relationships with member schools in our league and work collaboratively to make the league stronger. Understand the VISAA and IAC policies and rules and support the implementation of those policies and rules. Pursue ongoing professional development and supervise assistant coaches in support of their professional development. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Strong benefits package, include housing (either on-campus or, if suitable housing is not available on campus, a stipend to offset costs).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Ability to hold a teaching, admissions, or administrative position - current openings include an Assistant Athletic Director role
Leadership experience within a competitive program
Cultural competency for working within a diverse school community
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Understanding of and desire to participate in the full life of a boarding school

Responsibilities

Demonstrate and share expert knowledge of football from a tactical, learning, organizational and best practices perspective, resulting in sustained competitive excellence.
Attract and manage a talented group of assistant coaches to support the players in different positions and foster a collaborative and developmentally appropriate approach for the JV program with the JV coaches.
Value strength & conditioning, nutrition, and participation in multiple sports in helping the boys to realize their full potential as athletes.
Offer year-round, positive leadership for the football program (9th-12th). The coach will help boys grow physically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.
Work in partnership with the admissions office both to communicate to prospective students and families the values and ideals of the entire Episcopal community and to attract students who aspire to excel in both the classroom and on the football field at Episcopal High School.
Support players’ transitions to college, inclusive of establishing relationships with college and university programs in support of the recruiting process.
Value a meritocracy and build a belief among boys that achievement comes through hard work and teamwork.
Encourage a sense of belonging for all boys who are a part of the program through relationship-building with and among the boys that are based on the development of their character as well as their athletic ability.
Understand the academic responsibilities of the boys, follow their progress as students, and support their full participation as positive members and leaders in a demanding, boarding high school community.
Build relationships with member schools in our league and work collaboratively to make the league stronger.
Understand the VISAA and IAC policies and rules and support the implementation of those policies and rules.
Pursue ongoing professional development and supervise assistant coaches in support of their professional development.