The Assistant Coach provides support to the head coach in all aspects of the program through the competitive season (August-December).  Coach and mentor student-athletes in support of their growth as a student-athlete and member of the Middlebury College community.  

This is considered a full-time, hourly, non-benefits eligible position. This is a term-limited position from August 10 through December 11, 2026 for 40 hours/week. The minimum starting rate for the position is $24.47 per hour.

Core Responsibilities:

• Coach players in techniques and tactics of soccer at practice and in competitions. 

• Recruit prospective student-athletes within the rules and regulations of Middlebury, NESCAC and the NCAA.  

• Assist the head coach in preparing for daily practice including but not limited to developing daily practice plans.  

• Assist the head coach with the administration of the program including but not limited to travel plans, equipment purchasing, and budgeting.  

• Mentor and provide support for student-athletes in support of their development in the sport as well as in their academics and personal development.  

• Perform other duties as assigned by the head coach or Director of Athletics in support of the program or department.    

• Other duties as assigned by the head coach or Director of Athletics.  

Come join us and be a part of our team!

Middlebury College is an equal-opportunity employer where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. To this end, the College recruits talented and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across the United States and around the world. Middlebury College encourages applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of other protected classes and historically underrepresented communities. The College also invites applications from individuals who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required,  

• Experience as a soccer player at the collegiate level preferred.  

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of constituents through strong interpersonal skills, both written and oral.  

• Excels in organizational skills, computer skills, and able to prioritize multiple tasks with attention to detail.  

• Works effectively within a diverse department and team as well as independently.  

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:  

• Long and irregular hours, including early morning, nights and weekends.  

• Long hours in practice that may demand physical exertion and movement around the practice and competition venues.  

• Extensive travel.  

The ideal candidate will have an extensive soccer playing background and a desire to grow and learn in a fast-paced, nationally competitive college soccer environment. Preferred qualifications include: 

• Playing and/or coaching experience with a competitive girls' or women's soccer team 

• Experience with, or strong desire to learn all aspects of video analysis, including  equipment set-up, breakdown, and presentation  

• On-field coaching, including practice planning, individual and small group technical training, and match day coaching  

• Recruiting, including talent identification, prospect communication, and maintenance of recruiting databases  

• Scouting opposition for upcoming matches 

Benefits

As an employee of Middlebury College, you will enjoy being part of a vibrant supportive community.

• Middlebury Colleges offers its employees excellent compensation and other perks of employment including:

• MiddCard Privileges: access to athletic facilities, discounts at the College store, library privileges, and discounts at cultural and sporting events.

• A full listing of our benefit offerings can be found on our website by following this web link: https://www.middlebury.edu/office/human-resources/...
• Or click see some of the other fun perks of working at Middlebury, whether in Vermont or Monterey!

• Come join us and be a part of our team!