About this role
Duxbury High School is seeking an Alpine Ski Coach for the 2027 season. The season begins on or about November 30, 2026 through February 26, 2027 and requires flexibility to accommodate weather-dependent practices, regional competitions, and transportation schedules.
The Alpine Ski Coach is responsible for coordinating all aspects of training and competition for the Duxbury High School Alpine Ski Team, while promoting athlete development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and safety.
Essential Responsibilities
- Plan and supervise team practices and training sessions at Blue Hills Ski Area approximately three to four days per week, weather and conditions permitting.
- Organize and supervise dry-land training when skiing is not possible.
- Coordinate competition preparation, schedules, transportation, and team logistics for events at various regional ski venues.
- Ensure athlete safety during practices, competitions, and team travel.
- Communicate regularly with student-athletes, families, and the Director of Athletics.
- Establish and enforce expectations for attendance, behavior, sportsmanship, and team commitment.
- Comply with all Duxbury Public Schools, Duxbury High School, and applicable MIAA policies and regulations.
Qualifications
- Prior coaching experience at the high school varsity level or higher preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop athletes in a competitive team environment.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to foster a positive and respectful team culture that aligns with the values of Duxbury High School Athletics.
- Must complete all required MIAA coursework and certifications, including current CPR/AED certification prior to the season start.
- Strong commitment to continuous professional development and program improvement.
Reports To:
Director of Athletics, Duxbury High School
Compensation per Duxbury Teacher's Contract - Coaching Stipends.
Duxbury High School provides a dynamic education that prepares students to meet, both individually and collaboratively, the challenges and opportunities of a global society. All students will pursue academic excellence, become active learners, and develop personal, social, and civic responsibility. The Duxbury High School community is comprised of 1500 students and 160 dedicated staff members. We welcome applicants with a diverse background and experiences that can contribute to creating a positive learning environment for all students.
Duxbury Public Schools believes that each student's unique identity must be affirmed in order to support a welcoming school-community that engages and empowers all learners. We are committed to the long term work of dismantling systems of inequity in our community to provide obstacle free access to education and to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.