Job Description

Hampden Charter School of Science (HCSS) is a top-performing public charter school serving grades 612, known for excellence in STEM education, college preparation, and community engagement. We are seeking a Middle School Science Olympiad Coach for the 20252026 academic year to lead our students in one of the nations most competitive and exciting STEM enrichment programs.Position OverviewThe Middle School Science Olympiad Coach will lead students in STEM-focused events, preparing them for competitions through structured practices, teamwork, and skill-building activities. The coach ensures that students are competition-ready, organizes practices and trial runs, and fosters collaboration and innovation.This position requires 175 hours of practice-based training, plus participation in three competitions and one family/community STEM event during the year.Responsibilities-Plan and lead two structured practices per week, ensuring a total of 175 training hours are completed.-Reschedule sessions if absent to meet the 175-hour requirement.-Maintain 90% student attendance and engagement.-Provide timely communication with families and school leadership about practices, schedules, and competitions.-Supervise students responsibly at all practices, competitions, and events.-Lead teams in three official competitions during the school year.-Organize at least one family/community STEM showcase to highlight student projects and achievements.-Report directly to the STEM Team Coordinator.-Carry out other duties as assigned by the CAO related to STEM program leadership.Qualifications-Bachelors degree in science, engineering, or related STEM field preferred.-Experience with Science Olympiad, STEM competitions, or coaching/mentoring middle school students highly desirable.-Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.-Ability to model professionalism and teamwork while supervising students.-Commitment to fostering equity, inclusion, and a positive team spirit.-Compensation & Bonus ProgramStipend: $5,000-$7,500 (covers 175 hours of practices + competitions + family event).Performance Bonuses: Top 3 competition placement: $2,500 bonus (Head Coach)Top 10 competition placement: $1,500 bonus (Head Coach)