Fencing Coaching Positions

A part of Avenues: The World School, the Avenues Athletics Department is a group of committed coaches who develop, plan and implement our growing sports curriculum. We pride ourselves in creating programs within each sport discipline, where Middle and Upper School coaches work closely together to ensure we cover the necessary skills and fulfill the needs of our student athletes.

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 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 30 minutes to 1 hour after the meet.

• Ability to develop and implement a comprehensive sports curriculum
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with students of varying skill levels and backgrounds
• Experience in coaching and/or teaching
• First aid and CPR certification