Francis W. Parker School is seeking applicants to fill the following coaching positions for the Fall 2024 season:

• Co-ed Cross Country – 6th, 7th & 8th Grades

• Girls’ Field Hockey – 6th, 7th & 8th Grades

• Girls’ Volleyball – 6th, 7th & 8th Grades

• Boys’ Soccer – 6th, 7th & 8th Grades

Practice and game times vary by grade level; regular season practice times are Monday-Friday between 6:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. or 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. with games potentially going until 8:00 p.m. Additionally, some Saturdays and Sundays are required depending on the sport. The season runs from 8/28/24 through 10/25/24, depending on the sport.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate with high school aged student-athletes as well as parents and Athletic Department Administration

• Coaching experience at the middle school level strongly preferred

• Comprehensive knowledge of the sport is required with competitive playing experience preferred

• Experience/familiarity with IHSA and ISL rules and a commitment to youth sports preferred

• Demonstrate excellent leadership skills with student-athletes and assistant coaches

• CPR/AED Certification strongly preferred

• ISBE or ASEP/NFHS certification preferred

How to Apply:

Please send resumes to (no telephone inquiries please):

Robert Starks, Director of Athletics

or fax resumes to: 773.797.5597

The faculty, staff and administration of Francis W. Parker School are integral parts of the School's community. Through their passion, dedication and commitment to the School's mission, they create and support an environment where exceptional child-centered learning can occur.

Francis W. Parker School is committed to cultivating a community of dedicated students, parents, faculty and staff, trustees, administrators and alumni, who acknowledge, respect, and esteem diversity in our school; and who reflect, through their presence, the diversity of Chicago communities and the wider world.

Francis W. Parker School is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Temporary, Seasonal

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person