About Pingry
The Pingry School, a prestigious K-12 coeducational, independent day school with a rich history dating back to its founding by Dr. John F. Pingry in 1861, stands at the forefront of academic excellence in the United States. With campuses located in Basking Ridge, Pottersville, and Short Hills, New Jersey, Pingry is celebrated for its academic programs, a student-written Honor Code that underpins our community values, and a comprehensive commitment to arts, athletics, community, and civic engagement. Our mission is to inspire in our students a lifelong passion for learning, personal development, and social responsibility, preparing them to be global citizens and luminaries of the 21st century. Rooted in relationships and guided by our foundational philosophy, Pingry is a vibrant community of more than 1,200 students hailing from over 90 towns across New Jersey and New York. At Pingry, we are united by a love of learning and a commitment to preparing students to navigate the complexities of the 21st century with confidence and integrity. For more information, we invite you to visit our website at pingry.org or connect with The Pingry School on Facebook, X, and Instagram to discover why we love school.

Position Summary
The Pingry School prides itself on a rich academic and athletic success history. Developing student-athletes of equal passion and character is a priority of our program. We offer over 83 different teams in the Middle and Upper Schools, and over 90% of our Upper School students play at least one interscholastic sport. From fielding championship teams to encouraging participation among our youngest students, we aim to cultivate athletic excellence. This is a part-time stipended coaching position.

Requirements

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate young athletes towards achieving their personal and team goals.
• A thorough understanding of soccer (goalkeeping) techniques, strategies, and rules, with the ability to impart this knowledge effectively to student-athletes.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of providing clear instructions, constructive feedback, and constant encouragement to team members.
• Commitment to the Pingry School’s mission of scholarly exploration, personal growth, and social responsibility, and the capacity to instill these values in student-athletes.
• Willingness to collaborate closely with other coaching staff and school administrators to ensure the overall success of the athletic program.
• Adherence to all school policies and regulations, as well as the ethical standards and sportsmanship expected by the Pingry School and its athletic programs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in soccer (goalkeeping), with preference given to, candidates who have 
• Coached at the collegiate and/or high school level. 
• Club coaching experience preferred. 
• Competed at the collegiate level or possess substantial high school experience.
• Prior coaching experience, preferably within an educational environment that highlights a candidate's ability to foster athletic, emotional, and psychological development.
• Connected to the world of NJ Youth Soccer, high school and club.
• Ability to commit to the time requirements of the position, including the ability to travel to practices and games, some of which may be scheduled during weekends. Practices for Upper School Athletics commence at 3:30 pm, with varying end times.
• A deep commitment to upholding the values of honor and character and a keen ability to engage with and respect diverse groups further enrich our inclusive school community.
• Must have a valid driver's license. 

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at https://www.pingry.org/careers, demonstrating their alignment with Pingry's values and their vision for contributing to the Varsity Boys Soccer team.