2025-2026 Boys’ Varsity Soccer Coach
Tilton School, Tilton, NH
A varsity head coach will have extensive knowledge of their sport and experience playing and/or coaching at the secondary or collegiate level and be familiar with and comply with the philosophy and policies of Tilton School, the Lakes Region League, and NEPSAC. Head coaches have responsibility for all aspects of their program including developing, mentoring, and recruiting athletes. Head coaches manage assistant coaches, to whom they may delegate authority, although ultimate responsibility for the program resides with them. The Boys’ Varsity Head Coach will maintain and continue to grow the already rich tradition of boys’ soccer here at Tilton. The current team is poised for success with a roster of talented young student-athletes.
Boys’ Soccer Head Coach Responsibilities and Agreements will include:
- Demonstrating an ability and willingness to communicate clearly, firmly, empathetically, and confidently with young adults
- Regular effective soccer practice planning that:
- Promotes physical, mental, and emotional development of student-athletes
- Prepares student-athletes for the short- and long-term goals of an ensuing season
- Models efficient use of time for individual and team development
- Cultivating and sustaining a rapport with student-athletes and their families
- Willingness to have honest, productive, and necessary conversations with student-athletes
- Promoting the soccer program to potential student-athletes as part of the recruiting and application process in collaboration with our Admission Office, including:
- Screening student-athletes not only as Soccer players but as members of a larger learning community
- Initiating contact with potential candidates
- Attending seasonal tournaments, showcases, and practices to identify and recruit potential candidates
- Building and expanding a regional and national network of professionals in the Soccer world at the club, secondary, and collegiate levels
- Being a role model:
- On and off the field, in demeanor, presentation, and communication
- Bring outside, real-world, and relevant resources to aid in the development of student-athletes
- Promoting and advocating for student-athletes in the college admissions landscape
- Partnering well with other adults in the community, including assistant coaches, sub-varsity coaches, athletic department members, school administrative team members
The successful candidate will:
- embrace an initiative-driven faculty culture focused on advancing Tilton School’s mission
- pursue an understanding of current teaching pedagogies and relevant research in adolescent learning and development
- possess a high degree of cultural competency and demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and perspectives
- enjoy collaborating with colleagues across all areas and aspects of school life
- invest in the community and participate in the lives of our student-athletes beyond the athletic realm
- convey patience, empathy, enthusiasm, and optimism in their work with adolescents, faculty, and parents
- commit to self-reflection, to work independently, and to pursue professional growth and learning opportunities
The ideal candidate will become a member of our staff in a full-time role, will have a strong background working as a coach, and have a passion for working with adolescents.
Qualifications:
Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and interest in working with teenagers
To Apply
Full-Time School Year Candidates: Candidates applying for the position as part of a teaching or administrative vacancy should be prepared to also take on other school-wide. As a residential school, Tilton considers the work of faculty broadly, and we engage with students both during and beyond the academic day. Full-time faculty at Tilton can expect to contribute two seasons in the co-curricular and/or athletic program, serve as a student advisor, and to be responsible for weekly evening and monthly weekend supervisory duties. Candidates applying for a full-time position should submit their materials including a cover letter, resume, and potential list of references to: employment@tiltonschool.org using “Soccer” in the subject line.
Coach-Only Candidates: Candidates applying as a coach-only candidate should submit materials including their resume, cover letter, and potential list of references to: employment@tiltonschool.org using “Soccer” in the subject line.
At Tilton School, all persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard for race, religion, natural origin or ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by state or federal law. The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by state or federal law in the administration of employment practices or procedures, promotion, or application of employee policies and benefits.