Pinewood School
Website:
pinewood.edu
Job details:
Pinewood School is seeking a Director of Soccer to lead, support, and manage all phases of the girls and boys soccer programs (grades 6–12) from September through April for the 2026–27 academic year. The Director of Soccer will collaborate with athletic directors and coaches to help improve the overall boys and girls soccer program experience. Ideal candidates should have extensive coaching experience at a competitive club, high school level or beyond and have connections in the local soccer community. This role will report to the Athletic Directors.
Responsibilities
- Oversee six competitive soccer teams: girls soccer (grades 6–8, grades 9–12) and boys soccer (grades 6–8, grades 9–12)
- Manage the administration of the girls and boys soccer program for grades 6–12.
- Work both on-campus and remotely from September through April.
- Work with teams in-person, training and preparing for games from mid-October through early March. Practices and games take place at Pinewood's Middle Campus, Upper Campus, and off-site from 3–5 pm, Monday through Friday.
- Collaborate with coaches to help develop a comprehensive age-appropriate soccer plan with progressive skill and tactical development for grades 6–12.
- Assist with interviewing/hiring of head and assistant coaches for all 6–12 soccer teams.
- Attend two practices and/or games a week for each team you oversee.
- Hold regular collaborative check-ins with team coaches.
- Conduct a post-season debrief and feedback session with all 6–12 grade head coaches.
- Work with coaches to provide year-round playing and training opportunities for all players.
- Work collaboratively and effectively with the athletic directors, athletic trainers, sports performance coaches, assistant coaches, facilities personnel, and others in the school.
- Communicate and exchange information accurately and effectively with others in person and on the phone.
- Help retain quality student-athletes currently in our boys and girls soccer programs.
- Help identify outside student-athletes that would be a good fit for Pinewood.
- Help promote Pinewood School within the local soccer community.
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs., as well as carry, push, and pull equipment as needed
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors
Qualifications
- Minimum of five years of experience playing and/or coaching soccer at the high school or college level or at competitive soccer clubs
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with parents, faculty, staff, and students in a constructive manner, even under stressful conditions
- Ability to create a positive learning environment for players
- Availability after school and in the evenings
- Familiarity with athletics bylaws and policies within the WBAL, CCS, and CIF
- Ability to teach and exemplify the values of Pinewood School
- Proficient in Google Workspace; experience using TeamSnap is a plus
Compensation
The stipend range is $18,000–$25,000 for the season (September through April). The stipend will be based on one’s previous coaching experience and qualifications. Opportunities for directing soccer camps and clinics are available and encouraged.
How to Apply
Please send your resume, a letter outlining your interest and qualifications, and three professional references to Matt Stimson, K–12 Athletics Director, at mstimson@pinewood.edu by July 31, 2026, with the subject line:
Director of Soccer.
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