Trinity School, a co-educational, K-12 institution located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, seeks part-time Assistant Varsity, Junior Assistant Varsity, and Middle School Assistant Water Polo Coaches for the fall 2026 season. These part-time, seasonal, stipended positions begin on August 24, 2026 and end on November 6, 2026, although planning and communication outside of the season is required.  The season includes several holidays including Labor Day, Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Indigenous People’s Day.

Specific qualifications include significant experience in participating in and/or coaching competitive water polo.  A Bachelor’s degree is preferred and collegiate water polo experience is a plus.  Qualified candidates will embrace the unique role of athletics in an independent school setting; have strong organizational skills; embrace and uphold team values (e.g., positive sportsmanship, character, compassion, integrity); have experience in teaching water polo concepts; have experience in effectively managing relationships with athletes, coaches, and parents; and be able to attend practices and games.

Varsity and Junior Varsity practices occur on weekdays with times varying between 3:30 and 6:00 PM.  There are approximately 10-12 games, some of which last beyond 6:00 PM.

7th/8th grade practices occur 3-4 days per week from 2:30 – 3:30 PM.  There are approximately 5-8 games, some of which may last past 5:00 PM.

Qualified candidates will also possess intellectual curiosity, strong communication skills, commitment to ongoing professional development, openness to others’ ideas, eagerness to extend themselves for others, and a sense of humor.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Trinity School seeks candidates who will add to the diversity of our school community.

Interested candidates should post a resume as well as a cover letter outlining their readiness for this position.

Pay Range: $3,900.00 – 4,400.00 for the season (August 24 – November 6, 2026)