Middle School Boys Soccer - Assistant Coach

Bullis School seeks a dynamic and experienced Boys Soccer Assistant Coach for Middle School for the 2025 season. The ideal candidate will foster skill development, sportsmanship, and teamwork while creating a structured and enjoyable environment for players of varying skill levels. Prior coaching experience and a strong understanding of the game are essential.

Schedule: Practices are Monday–Friday, 2:15–3:30 PM, and also 2:45 PM-4:00 PM Monday-Friday

If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in the lives of young individuals, we want to hear from you!

Essential Functions

• Plan and lead all varsity field hockey practices, games, and team events

• Build and maintain a team culture that values integrity, effort, sportsmanship, and continuous improvement

• Instruct athletes on techniques, tactical gameplay, and conditioning specific to field hockey

• Collaborate with the Athletic Department on scheduling, transportation, and logistics

• Maintain open and supportive communication with student-athletes, families, and school staff

• Support college recruitment efforts where applicable, including player promotion and guidance

• Model leadership and professionalism for student-athletes and fellow coaches

• Uphold and promote the values and mission of Bullis School through the athletic program

• Assist in the development of the field hockey program across all levels, including support and mentorship of JV and Middle School coaches

Experience

Required:

• Previous successful experience coaching field hockey, ideally at the high school, club or collegiate level

• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills

• Demonstrated ability to mentor, motivate, and inspire young student-athletes

• Deep knowledge of field hockey fundamentals, strategy, and skill development

• CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain)

• Availability for all preseason, in-season, and postseason responsibilities (August–November)

Preferred:

• Collegiate playing or coaching experience in field hockey

• Experience with club-level coaching or regional development programs

• Background working in independent schools or with student-athletes in academically rigorous settings

• Interest in program-wide development, including engagement with JV and Middle School programs

This is a stipend position paid at the end of the season in the amount of $2000- 2150.