Head Varsity Boys' Lacrosse Coach

Job Description

Job Description

Collegiate School seeks a dynamic and committed coach who will cultivate and lead all aspects of the boys’ lacrosse program.

The Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach will prepare student athletes for competition using successful coaching techniques and instilling the highest level of integrity and sportsmanship.

This is an exempt, part-time, non-benefited seasonal position with the potential to become a full-time, benefited position if combined with a faculty or staff position depending on the needs of the school and the skills of the candidate.

Responsibilities of the Head Coach will include but not be limited to :

Provide leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student athletes

Manage leadership and development of the varsity coaching staff

Maintain an up to date knowledge of current strategies, current rules, skill development and instructional techniques

Maintain a current and thorough understanding of our competition

Work with the Athletic Department to establish an appropriate schedule for the team

Maintain thorough and routine communication for the team throughout the year.

Work closely with the other coaches in the program to help develop all levels of the program

Serve as needed on appropriate league and state committees.

Assist players in the NCAA recruiting process

Qualities of a successful candidate will include :

Ability to work well with others in a team environment

Excellent organizational skills

Outstanding communication skills and the ability to inspire student athletes

Enthusiasm for professional growth

Commitment to broad participation in school life

Proven record of leadership, integrity and sportsmanship

Demonstrated skill in developing and motivating student athletes and fielding competitive teams

Experience in and commitment to the ongoing development and maintenance of an inclusive campus community

A Bachelor’s degree

A minimum of four years of lacrosse coaching experience is preferred

Depending on qualifications and experience, candidates may be considered for one or both roles described above

It is critical that candidates demonstrate a commitment to the School’s Core Values and Mission

HONOR

Personal integrity and devotion to the truth, which make one trustworthy, forthright, responsible and fair.

LOVE OF LEARNING

A creative spirit that promotes intellectual and personal growth through exploration, inquiry and openness to change.

EXCELLENCE

A sustained commitment to meeting high standards of character, achievement and personal accountability.

RESPECT

Fundamental regard for the dignity and worth of each individual.

COMMUNITY

A commitment to responsive and compassionate citizenship and service on campus, in the local community and in the broader world.

Required Competencies :

Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate the School’s shared purpose; builds trust among colleagues;

is accountable; lives up to commitments.

Proven cross cultural competency skills demonstrating self awareness, awareness of others and the ability to adopt inclusive perspectives, attitudes and behaviors to drive inclusion and belonging in the ongoing development and maintenance of an inclusive campus community.

Demonstrates a strong commitment to a servant leadership model focusing on the growth and development of the team to successfully fulfill shared goals.

Understands the big picture and handles areas of responsibility in a manner consistent with the School’s mission and values.

Offers assistance within the office especially during busy times.

Relates to the Collegiate community including faculty, staff, students, parents and applicants in a cooperative manner.

Meets deadlines, demonstrates effective use of time and handles multiple assignments simultaneously.

Understands the need for growth and is receptive to constructive feedback.

Maintains confidentiality at all times.

Who we are

Collegiate School is a co-educational, independent day school located in Henrico County, within 20 minutes of downtown Richmond, Virginia, for students in Junior Kindergarten through 12th grade.

For more than 100 years, Collegiate has nurtured inquisitive thinkers, responsible citizens, and compassionate leaders. Grounded in the values that have sustained it over the course of more than a century, Collegiate provides its nearly 1,700 students with an engaging academic environment dedicated to preparing them for a globally connected and changing world.

The essence of Collegiate School is the richness of relationships among students, faculty, parents, administrators, and alumni in a dynamic learning community with high personal and academic expectations.

This exceptional educational environment enables students to develop their potential for intellectual growth, leadership, and service.

Why Collegiate?

Collegiate School is well-regarded for developing students into citizens who lead, serve and shape the world. We do so with the help of a caring faculty and staff who also have opportunities to lead, serve and shape the world, through the young lives they touch.

Below are just a few examples of some of the great advantages of working at Collegiate :

Excellent professional development opportunities for faculty and staff

Collaborative working environment

A rich employee benefits package (which includes free lunch!)

Opportunities for growth and leadership

An environment that fosters creative and innovative instruction

The School is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender (including pregnancy), age, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employment decisions at the School are based on merit, qualifications and skills.