Position: Head Coach, Girls’ Varsity Soccer

Department: Athletics

Location: ACC, Milton Academy Campus, Milton, MA

Hours: Part-time with the flexibility to work nights and weekends

FLSA: Exempt

Classification: Seasonal Coach

Stipend: $10,000 to $12,000 based on experience and qualifications

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Milton Academy is an independent college preparatory K–12 school, boarding and day in grades 9–12, located just outside of Boston.

Milton Academy cultivates in its students a passion for learning and a respect for others. Embracing diversity and the pursuit of excellence, we create a community in which individuals develop competence, confidence and character. Our active learning environment, in and out of the classroom, develops creative and critical thinkers, unafraid to express their ideas, prepared to seek meaningful lifetime success and live by our motto, “Dare to be true.”

Summary of Position:

Milton Academy is in search of a Head Girls Varsity Soccer Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The soccer program competes in the Independent School League (ISL) and is a member of the New England Prep School Athletic Council (NEPSAC). The program has a tradition of excellence and has competed at the highest of levels. The head coach will oversee all aspects of the girls' soccer program at the school, which includes the management of the rosters, practice planning, game planning, and recruitment of both students and coaches for the program

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Model the program’s values, both within and beyond athletic venues.

• Maintain accurate team rosters, monitor attendance, and report any changes to the athletic department.

• Plan, organize, and lead effective practices in collaboration with assistant coaches.

• Follow protocols in place for tryouts, cuts, practices and games.

• Manage equipment, monitor and record student attendance, and oversee travel to and from away games (including driving students as applicable).

• Complete all relevant paperwork, report game scores, attend professional development, monitor game schedules, and collaborate on website management.

• Submit timely end-of-season comments for all student-athletes for inclusion in grade reports.

• Recruit, develop, and retain student-athletes to support the strength and sustainability of the program.

• Represent the soccer program and meet with prospective student-athletes when requested by the admissions office.

• Supervise and mentor assistant coaches to ensure alignment with program goals and school standards.

• Provide leadership and guidance to the Junior Varsity and Thirds programs to support competitive team development and roster continuity.

• Support and advise student-athletes interested in pursuing collegiate soccer opportunities (e.g., creation of highlight films, outreach to college coaches).

• Adhere to all safety practices and Academy policies outlined in the Student Handbook and Coaches Handbook, including policies prohibiting hazing and bullying.

• Other duties as assigned.

Supervision to be received:

• Director of Athletics

Supervision to be exercised:

• Subvarsity head coaches and assistant coaches

Experience/Certification/Licensure

Required:

• A minimum of three years of proven experience in coaching at either the high school or collegiate level.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with parents and guardians.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass an insurance and driver’s record check.

• Willingness to obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.

Preferred:

• Previous head coaching experience

Competencies

Required:

• Exhibit strong sportsmanship and positive role modeling.

• Maintain a calm, cooperative, and composed presence.

• Communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms.

• Demonstrate proficiency with computer applications, including Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Cloud.

• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.

• Respond positively to supervision, feedback, and professional development opportunities.

• Show commitment to and engagement in a dynamic educational community.

Physical Abilities

Required:

• Stand and walk for extended periods.

• Demonstrate soccer skills and drills, including kicking, passing, and light running.

• Lift, carry, and transport equipment, typically up to 25 pounds.

• Bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to set up equipment and assist athletes.

• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and rain.

• React quickly in emergency situations to ensure athlete safety.

• Move freely around the Milton Academy campus.

All interested internal candidates must complete an application for promotion or transfer and inform your supervisor as soon as possible.

The essential functions and basic skills have been included in this job description; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This position description is subject to change at any time.

Milton Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any category protected by federal, state, or local law, including but not limited to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, citizenship or national or ethnic origin.