About GSB

Gill St. Bernard's School was founded in 1900. We are a diverse community rooted in the values of courage, integrity, respect, compassion, and excellence.  We believe that education takes place not only in our classrooms, but on the stage, in the studios, on the fields, and wherever faculty, staff, and students interact. We believe in lifelong learning, and we support the development of individual and collective talents.  Our PS-12 school is situated on a 208-acre campus, with collegiate-like facilities conveniently located just north of Interstate 287 and Route 206 in Gladstone, NJ. We are easily accessible from Morristown, Summit, and Bridgewater.

 Position Summary
To organize, coordinate, and promote a comprehensive athletic program to meet the needs and interests of the school community. To provide effective leadership that will ensure a positive learning environment and stress the importance of academic achievement and social responsibility, while modeling a high degree of ethics and professionalism. This position reports to the Head Coach and Director of Athletics. 

Responsibilities

• Establish and monitor rules, regulations and procedures as needed for the student-athletes participating which conform to the school, NJSIAA, NJISAA, Somerset County and Skyland Conference policies.
• In conjunction with the Athletic Director and Head Coach, order and maintain supplies.
• Instruct and advise athletes on eligibility, rules and regulations, sportsmanship, and citizenship.
• Prepare forms, reports, inventory, and recommendations as required.
• Compile and maintain accurate individual and team performance records.
• Establish procedures for communicating with team and parents/guardians in conjunction with the Head Coach.
• Assist with planning, organizing, and implementing the teaching of fundamentals, strategies, rules, and proper conditioning.
• Ensure that adequate supervision is provided for all students involved in the program. This may include traveling on a bus to and from practices and/or games.
• Provide for the safety of participants by inspecting facilities and equipment and being aware of environmental conditions.
• Assist with issuing, collecting inventory, and storing equipment.
• Instruct participants in safety procedures and in the need to report injuries to the coach and/or athletic trainer immediately and implement appropriate procedures for handling injury situations.
• Assume responsibility for locker rooms and other areas used by the team.
• Maintain necessary confidentiality of medical conditions as appropriate.
• In conjunction with the Director of Athletics and Head Coach, maintain a schedule that conforms to the NJSIAA, NJISAA, Somerset County and Skyland Conference.
• Other duties as assigned or required by the demands of the position and administration.

Qualifications

• Must maintain annual certification in NJSIAA Coaching Coursework Requirements; Fundamentals in Coaching, First Aid, CPR, AED, Concussion, Heat Acclimatization, and Implicit Bias training.

• Availability until the conclusion of practice and/or for home and away athletic contests which may occur at night or on weekends.
• Demonstrated experience and competencies for performance responsibilities.
• Required criminal background check and proof of US citizenship or legal alien status.

Gill St. Bernard's School has a proud tradition of athletic excellence throughout its history. Athletics play an integral part of the overall educational experience of our students, reinforcing our core values of courage, integrity, respect, compassion, and excellence through competition, practice, and team-play.   Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to jnoon@gsbschool.org and careers@gsbschool.org, with the subject line Assistant Outdoor Track & Field Coach. Feel free to contact Director of Athletics Jenn Noon with any questions.

GSB Diversity Statement

Gill St. Bernard’s School affirms that a diverse community of students, faculty, administration, staff, trustees, and alumni is essential to who we are as a school. We respect and value diversity, which includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, family structure, age, physical ability, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic background, as the basis for fostering a strong sense of self, community, and global understanding.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gill St. Bernard’s School prohibits discrimination against and harassment of any employee or any applicant for employment because of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. All personnel who are responsible for hiring and promoting employees and for the development and implementation of the school’s programs or activities are charged to support this effort and to respond promptly and appropriately to any concerns that are brought to their attention.

About Gill St. Bernard's School

Gill St. Bernard’s School (GSB) is one of only a handful of New Jersey independent schools to offer preschool through grade 12 on a single campus. Founded in 1900, and home to approximately 600 students, the school is situated on a 208-acre campus with collegiate-like facilities including more than 20 buildings, a performing arts center, a turf field, tennis courts, a working farm, and a two-acre garden and orchard. The campus is conveniently located just north of I-287 and Route 206 in Gladstone, NJ. It is easily accessible from Morristown, Summit, and Bridgewater. The school is a diverse community rooted in the values of courage, integrity, respect, compassion, and excellence, committed to the belief that education takes place not only in the classroom, but on the stage, in the studios, on the fields, and wherever faculty, staff, and students interact. The school firmly believes in lifelong learning and supports the development of individual and collective talents. GSB is committed to recruiting, retaining, and supporting an exceptional faculty and staff of dynamic educators seeking to foster a love of learning, bring out the best in all students, and be guided by the school’s mission with an understanding that a sense of balance permeates all that the school does.

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