Fencing Coach

Job Description

Positions Available

Varsity: November 2, 2026 through February 20, 2027

• Assistant Coach

The role of an Avenues coach is to instruct our student-athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary to realize individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must provide a foundation for integrity, pride of accomplishment, sportsmanship, self-discipline, goal setting, teamwork and self-confidence.

Head Coaches will (but not limited to): 

• Breakdown and teach the fundamental skills for players at all levels
• Attend all scheduled games and practices
• Manage and coordinate practice and game plans
• Be responsible for handling all administrative duties related to their team
• Attend all scheduled games and practices
• Attend all necessary athletic and school meetings and events

Assistant Coaches will (but not limited to): 

• Support head coach in promoting the mission of the program
• Contribute to and/or run practice sessions
• Gather and record statistical information
• Attend all scheduled games and practices
• Attend all necessary athletic and school meetings and events

Practice and Game Schedule

Practices are 1.5 hours and meets are up to 2 hours, not including travel time.  Varsity roles meet 4x a week.  On meet days, athletes sometimes leave between 2:15pm - 3:00pm, so candidates should be available at this time to travel to away games with the team. Home meets are at 4:30pm.

The practice schedule is as consistent as it can be for each team. They are 1.5 hours and are slotted between 4-6pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Fridays and 2:45-4:15pm (only on Wednesdays).

Qualifications

About You

Coaches bring all or most of the following:

• Head coaches have 3+ years of Saber/Foil head coach coaching experience
• Assistant coaches have 1+ years of fencing coaching or related experience
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work well with student athletes, parents, faculty/staff and the athletics department
• Current First Aid/CPR certification, or ability to get training before the season commences
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the sport, with special consideration given to those having experience with the desired age category
• Enthusiasm, commitment, patience, and a passion for teaching the game are essential to this position
• Ability to motivate and provide positive leadership to our student athletes by following our school and athletic mission
• High-level competitive playing experience (preferred)

Additional Information

Please note that this is a part time and seasonal position averaging 4.5-10 hours a week. Coach pay rates range from $60.00-$65.00 per hour, depending on coach level (assistant vs. head) and experience. You must be eligible to work in the United States and be living in New York or surrounding area during the season.

Avenues is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our organization. We strive to uphold a culture in which every colleague feels that they belong, are trusted, and are valued. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and strongly encourage candidates from traditionally underrepresented communities or groups to apply. Avenues offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package. 

Avenues upholds the highest standards for safeguarding the physical and emotional wellbeing of children. As an essential aspect of this commitment, all offers are contingent upon successful completion of careful reference and background checks.