Field Hockey Coaching Jobs
Find Field Hockey Coaching Opportunities Across the U.S.
Explore field hockey coaching jobs at the high school, club, academy, and college levels. From building a varsity program to developing tactical decision-making, conditioning, and technical fundamentals, this page covers common requirements, certifications, and how to get hired.
Browse verified field hockey coaching jobs in schools, clubs, academies, and college programs—no unrelated listings, no expired posts.
Featured Field Hockey Coaching Jobs
Explore real field hockey coaching opportunities from schools, clubs, academies, and college programs. These featured listings show the types of roles field hockey coaches pursue—positions where you can develop stick skills, team systems, and confident competitors.
- Field Hockey Head Coach – Phoenix, AZ
- Field Hockey Assistant Coach – Denver, CO
- High School Field Hockey Coach – Chicago, IL
- College Assistant Field Hockey Coach – Southern California
- Club Field Hockey Coach – Columbus, OH
What Field Hockey Coaching Roles Are Available?
Field hockey programs rely on coaches who can teach fundamentals, build tactical systems, and develop confident competitors. Roles exist for new and experienced coaches alike.
Head Field Hockey Coach
Leads program culture, practice planning, team tactics, and match strategy. Head coaches manage tryouts, lineups, scheduling, communication, and long-term program development.
Assistant Field Hockey Coach
Supports skill development, drills, video review, and match-day management. Assistant roles are a great entry point for former players and first-time coaches.
JV & Development Coaches
Some schools and clubs run JV or developmental teams focused on fundamentals, spacing, ball movement, and preparing athletes for varsity-level competition.
Club & Academy Coaches
Clubs and academies may hire year-round coaches to lead training groups, run clinics, and develop athletes for higher levels of competition.
Specialty Coaches
Some programs hire coaches who focus on:
- Goalkeeper development
- Penalty corner offense/defense
- Defensive unit tactics
- Conditioning and speed development
College Field Hockey Positions
Colleges hire head coaches, paid assistants, volunteer assistants, and graduate assistants. Responsibilities often include recruiting, training, tactical planning, and athlete support.
Qualifications Needed to Coach Field Hockey
Requirements vary, but most programs look for coaches who can teach safely, communicate clearly, and develop athletes in both technical fundamentals and tactical awareness.
Coaches should understand core skills (first touch, passing, receiving, shooting), team concepts (pressing, marking, transitions), and how to run structured practices.
Strong coaches teach clearly, stay composed, and build a positive culture. Programs value coaches who can manage groups, develop athletes, and lead under pressure.
School-based roles often require First Aid/CPR/AED, concussion training, state/district safety courses, and a cleared background check.
Most youth, school, and club programs require a cleared background check before you work with athletes.
If this feels like a lot, start with safety certifications and a role where you can learn under an experienced head coach. That’s the fastest path to confidence.
How to Become a Field Hockey Coach (Step-by-Step)
Whether you’re transitioning from playing or stepping into coaching for the first time, these steps will help you build a strong foundation and move into the right role.
- Step 1: Learn Rules, Safety, & Game Flow
Understand core rules, player safety, substitutions, and how to run a structured practice. Great coaches teach decision-making—not just drills.
- Step 2: Complete Required Certifications
Knock out CPR/First Aid, concussion training, and any state/district safety courses. Background checks are common for school and youth roles.
- Step 3: Start With an Entry-Level Role
Great starting roles include assistant coach, JV coach, youth coach, or club assistant. You’ll learn teaching cues and program expectations quickly.
- Step 4: Build a Coaching Resume
Highlight certifications, leadership, and your approach to skill development and tactics. Include outcomes like athlete progression or program growth when possible.
- Step 5: Create a CoachBridge Profile
Centralize your field hockey background and coaching philosophy so program leaders can find you quickly.
- Step 6: Apply to Verified Field Hockey Coaching Jobs
Use CoachBridge to find head, assistant, and club roles without sifting through unrelated postings or expired listings.
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