Field Hockey Head Coach

Job Summary

Field Hockey Head Coach

Houston Christian High School (HC), a member of the Southwest Preparatory Conference, seeks qualified applicants for the position of Field Hockey Head Coach for the 2023-24 school year. This is a part-time, seasonal position paid with a stipend but could be combined with a full-time opening. After school, evening and weekend hours will be necessary. 

Applicants should have a comprehensive knowledge of Field Hockey, coaching high school athletes, and development of assistant coaches. Successful candidates will demonstrate experience building a highly competitive program and the ability to successfully recruit middle school players. Coaches at HC promote sportsmanship, foster good character in student athletes, provide for the safety and welfare of all participants, and lead as a Christian role model in all settings. The Field Hockey Head Coach reports to the Athletic Director  and is responsible for the overall operations of the program, in and out of season. Additional duties of the head coach include working in coordination with the Athletic Director to manage program budget, supervise activities and promote positive community relations. Applicants shall embrace the athletic philosophy of the school and give full support to the multi-sport athlete.

Minimum Requirements:

• Broad knowledge and skills in the principles and methods of Field Hockey program operations.
• Ability to supervise and evaluate the coaching responsibilities of assistant coaches.
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of SPC policies and HC policies governing athletics.
• Understand and agree with the philosophy and mission of HC.
• Maintain an active Christian faith that is a role model for HC athletes and exemplifies the HC mission.
• Minimum of five years coaching experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Interested candidates may complete and submit the Houston Christian Professional Application, staff philosophy questions, a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: [email protected]. Instructions and the application are accessible from the Employment page at www.houstonchristian.org.  Resumes are not reviewed without the complete HC application.

While HC gives preference to members of the Christian faith, the School is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law except those exclusions specifically provided to Religious Organizations. The School is a Religious Organization as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and accordingly reserves the right to employ persons who profess a Christian faith and have a philosophy of ministry similar to ours.