The Northwest School is a college-preparatory, co-educational independent school near the heart of downtown Seattle. We offer a rich and challenging program to about 450 students in grades 6 through 12, including international students, many of whom live in our campus dormitory.
Northwest offers a vibrant, intellectual home. A warm inclusive community. A dynamic liberal arts education for grades 6-12 that prepares students to think critically, act compassionately, and discover their place in the world.
The Northwest School is a community committed to a diverse and equitable workplace and expects applicants to have a commitment to diversity and social justice. We firmly believe that we are a richer, more creative and dynamic institution when our collective is built with a diverse set of community members. The Northwest School strives for its faculty and student body to reflect the diversity of the society in which they exist. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
At Northwest we aim to hire coaches who:
- Have a strong technical and strategic understanding of the game
- Know how to teach skills, constructively motivate players, and build a tight-knit, supportive, and competitively fearless team culture
- Relate well with players and build rapport
- Model excellent character and live the high expectations they have for athletes
Essential Functions:
Teach fundamentals, techniques, and sport-specific and athletic skills, utilizing positive and developmentally-appropriate methods.
Teach and develop character in all athletes, regardless of talent. Model respectful and professional interaction and sportsmanship with players, opponents, colleagues, and parents. Emphasize sportsmanship and leadership with athletes.
Relate well and build strong relationships with athletes and all others.
Create an excited, tight-knit, team-centered, and competitively-fearless team culture.
Prioritize the health and safety of the athletes.
Philosophical alignment with striving to win while promoting the bigger picture of character, commitment, and team supportiveness.
Provide clear direction and goals for the team, consistent with NWS culture and community, articulating goals and expectations in verbally and in writing with players, parents, and the community.
Continually evaluate and improve the program based on the enthusiasm and achievement of players, communicate closely with Athletic Director regarding logistical and philosophical details, lead and work collaboratively with the program coaches and other colleagues.
Attend clinics and conferences to maintain coaching standards and develop coaching expertise.
Understand and adhere to athletic department and sport rules and regulations.
Cultivate warm, respectful, and supportive relationships with parents, including regular email correspondence.
Model excellent character and live the high expectations they have for athletes.
Minimum Qualifications:
All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the schools mission, values, and philosophy, especially those related to diversity and the environment.
A commitment to a learning and working culture where all community members feel seen, valued, and heard.
Expertise and experience coaching the sport at the high school or collegiate level and possess a strong technical and strategic understanding of the game.
Current training in First Aid, CPR, concussion management, and sudden cardiac arrest.
Be an energetic self-starter in addressing all details of leading a thriving high school program.
Compensation/Details: Competitive coaching stipend, based on experience.
This is a stipend only position. Season starts February 28.
Availability: Monday-Friday afternoons/evenings, and some Saturdays.
Application Process:
Please submit a cover letter and resume online: http://northwestschool.org/about-the-school/employment
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or marital status.
