Upper School Boys JV Basketball -… at Thayer Academy · Braintree

Upper School Winter 2026 Coach

Thayer Academy seeks qualified Upper School, Head, and Assistant coaches for the Winter 2026 season. This is a part-time, seasonal position. This includes promoting a culture and practice of excellence and sportsmanship that are consistent with Thayer Academy's philosophy and policies, as well as the program’s long history of achievement. The varsity head coach is responsible for all aspects of the program, including student recruitment, managing practices and games/championships, supervising assistant coaches, communicating with families and the Thayer Athletic Department, and supporting student athletes in the college recruitment process.

Season Dates

• Thursday, November 19, 2026 - Saturday, March 6

Required practices

• Practice: Monday - Friday 4:00-6:00
• Games on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

Open Coaching Positions:

• Upper School Girls Varsity Hockey - Assistant Coach
• Upper School Girls Varsity Hockey - Goalie Coach
• Upper School Varsity Swimming - Assistant Coach
• Upper School Boys JV Hockey - Assistant Coach
• Upper School Boys JV Basketball - Assistant Coach

What you’ll do:

• Represent Thayer Academy as a role model and coach
• Plan and lead daily practices and weekly games with a focus on skill development, game strategy, respect, sportsmanship, and character development
• Cultivate a positive team culture emphasizing teamwork, resilience, and strong moral character
• Travel with the team on the bus to all games/practices
• Responsible for the management of all Thayer Academy equipment following practices and games
• Ensure that all student-athletes are picked up following practice and games
• Effectively communicate with parents, coaching staff, athletic training staff, athletic department, and campus security
• Ensure three touch points per season with every student athlete on your team

What we’re looking for:

• At least 3 years of experience coaching at the appropriate school level, preferred
• Experience designing and implementing daily practice/game plans
• Passion for working with adolescents, and a desire to build relationships
• Commitment to working in and fostering a safe and inclusive environment
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging
• Willingness to work on a team in a collaborative department
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and families
• CPR/Heads up! Certification
• Willingness to learn and grow through professional development opportunities
• Daily communication with the Thayer Athletic Staff
• Communication as needed with the Thayer Athletic Training Staff
• Adherence to all Thayer Academy and Athletic Department Policies & Practices

Compensation:

• $1,000 - $5,000
• Based upon experience and coaching level

Application Information:

• Please click here to complete an application and upload your resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three to five references, including two present or past supervisors.
• Equal Opportunity Act: Thayer Academy is an equal opportunity employer. The Academy complies with and adheres to all state and federal anti-discrimination laws with respect to its employment practices. Thayer Academy does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or any other category protected under state or federal law. This policy extends to recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, assignment, working conditions, promotions, transfers, termination, re-employment, education, tuition assistance, employee treatment, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. All employment-related decisions are made on a nondiscriminatory basis so as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity.
• Americans with Disabilities Act: Thayer Academy complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. This means that we will not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in any phase of the employment relationship including application for employment, hiring, promotions and/or advancement opportunities, termination, compensation, training, and any other conditions or privileges of employment.