GIRLS VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY ASSISTANT COACH

Hawken School is committed to doing school differently and better. We seek to create an inclusive and accepting community where adults are empowered to design educational experiences for students that are deep and learner-centered. Hawken School seeks culturally competent teachers, administrators, and staff members who are committed to equity and social justice, who are comfortable taking risks, and who embrace a growth mindset. We are constantly looking for new ways to inspire student curiosity and agency while remaining dedicated to nurturing compassion and kindness in our students.

Hawken School is seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant Coach for Girls Varsity Field Hockey for the 2026 season. Hawken is a traditional regional power with a strong base of committed athletes and coaches. Candidates should have a strong understanding of the game of field hockey, fitness and training regiments appropriate for high school girls, as well as a commitment to the mission-aligned philosophy of a positive environment and fair play. Candidates should be dynamic, energetic, and motivated, and possess a willingness to commit the required time.

Salary: $3,000-$4,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Experience playing and coaching field hockey is desired. Must hold or be willing to acquire valid Pupil Activity Permit and associated certifications.  

Founded on the ideal that “the better self shall prevail and each generation introduce its successor to a higher plane of life,” Hawken School is a coeducational independent day school with 1,600 students in toddler through grade 12. Our four campuses are located within 25 minutes of downtown Cleveland, and an urban extension center in the city’s museum district provides a demanding and integrated course of study in a diverse and dynamic environment.

To learn more about us, visit www.hawken.edu.

Submit an employment application through this link. Address your cover letter to Jim Doyle, Director of Athletics.