Assistant Varsity Boys & Girls Outdoor Track & Field Throws Coach

Overview

The Pingry School is a prestigious K-12 coeducational, independent day school with campuses in Basking Ridge, Pottersville, and Short Hills, New Jersey. Pingry is celebrated for its academic programs, a student-written Honor Code, and a commitment to arts, athletics, community, and civic engagement. Our mission is to inspire lifelong learning, personal development, and social responsibility, preparing students to be global citizens and leaders of the 21st century.

Pingry serves more than 1,200 students from over 90 towns across New Jersey and New York, united by a love of learning and a commitment to integrity.

Position Summary

The Pingry School prides itself on a rich history of academic and athletic success. Developing student-athletes with equal passion and character is a priority of our program. We offer over 83 teams in the Middle and Upper Schools, and over 90% of our Upper School students participate in at least one interscholastic sport. This is a part-time, stipended coaching position.

• Coaching duties for track and field (throws) with a focus on developing athletes’ skills and teamwork.
• Provide leadership to inspire and motivate young athletes toward personal and team goals.
• Collaborate closely with other coaching staff and school administrators to ensure the overall success of the athletic program.
• Adhere to all school policies, regulations, and the ethical standards and sportsmanship expected by Pingry.

• Demonstrated experience in track and field (throws), with preference given to candidates who have
• Coached at the collegiate and/or high school level.
• Club coaching experience preferred.
• Competed at the collegiate level or possesses substantial high school experience.
• Prior coaching experience, preferably within an educational environment that highlights a candidate's ability to foster athletic, emotional, and psychological development.
• Connected to the world of NJ Youth Track & Field, high school, and club.
• Ability to commit to the time requirements of the position, including the ability to travel to practices and games, some of which may be scheduled during weekends. Practices for Upper School Athletics commence at 3:30 pm, with varying end times.
• A deep commitment to upholding the values of honor and character and a keen ability to engage with and respect diverse groups to enrich our inclusive school community.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

The salary range for this position is $4,000-$4,500. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and internal organization factors;
Pingry also considers peer data. Pingry offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plans with employer matching; life and disability insurance; tuition remission for employees' children; and access to wellness and professional development resources. A full list of benefits is available gry.org/careers. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). demonstrating their alignment with Pingry's values and their vision for contributing to the Varsity Boys & Girls Outdoor Track & Field team.