# Assistant Varsity Fencing Coach at The Pingry School

> United States · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Athepingryschool%3A8033163003 (read 2026-11-10).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [The Pingry School](https://alderhq.app/companies/the-pingry-school)
- Location text: Basking Ridge, NJ; Basking Ridge
- Where it can be done from (inferred): United States (evidence: "Location: Basking Ridge, NJ; Basking Ridge")
- Posted: 2026-10-15 (26 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-07 · last verified: 2026-11-07
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://www.pingry.org/careers?gh_jid=8033163003

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: not posted
- Market band for similar posted roles (United States, n 21890): p25 $55k, median $90k, p75 $154k

## Description (the employer's text)

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 1,100 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.

About Pingry Athletics

Pingry Athletics is guided by four core commitments that shape how we coach, compete, and serve students:

- Ethical Competitiveness means pursuing athletic excellence through honor, character, and sportsmanship. We compete with purpose and place the common good of the team, program, and School above individual advantage.
- Student-Athlete Alignment reflects our belief that students should not have to choose between high academic achievement and athletic excellence. We view sport as an extension of the classroom and use competition to develop character, resilience, leadership, and personal responsibility.
- Athletics also serves as Pingry’s “Big Blue Thread,” connecting students, employees, families, and alumni across our K-12 community through shared tradition, school pride, and a strong sense of belonging.
- Through Operational Excellence and Predictability, the Athletics Department provides coordinated administrative support, resources, and professional development so coaches can focus on coaching, student mentorship, and the growth of their programs.
About the Pingry Fencing Program

The Pingry Fencing program boasts a rich tradition of competitive excellence and skill development across multiple age levels. Competing in the rigorous Skyland Conference, the program fields highly competitive Boys and Girls Varsity teams, as well as robust Middle School developmental teams. Our fencing program is committed to producing well-rounded, efficient competitors who embody Pingry’s athletic values of integrity, sportsmanship, and resilience both on and off the strip.

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.

The ideal candidate is an inspiring, communicative fencing professional with demonstrated technical expertise in Epee and Foil who thrives in a demanding educational environment. You seamlessly blend weapon-specific strategic knowledge with a genuine passion for student mentorship. Deeply connected to the New Jersey youth fencing landscape, you understand that true athletic success involves emotional and psychological development. Driven by ethical competitiveness, you are eager to collaborate with the athletic department to foster a culture of honor, character, and inclusive excellence on the fencing strip.

### Requirements

- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate young athletes towards achieving their personal and team goals.

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