Assistant Girls Lacrosse Coach
About The Position
The Assistant Girls Lacrosse Coach provides coaching, development, and supervision for an athletic program at Rampart High School. The position is responsible to the Athletic Director and/or a head coach. Compensation for extra-pay positions depends on the District approving the related athletic event during the school year. Certifications listed as required qualifications may be obtained after accepting the position. The coach supports athlete development and program success by promoting high expectations, positive behavior, fair and respectful leadership, and strong relationships with students, families, staff, and other stakeholders. The role includes preparing practices and competition strategies, managing equipment and program logistics, monitoring athlete injuries and return-to-play clearance, supervising athletes and facilities, and meeting applicable deadlines and governing-body requirements. The coach is expected to pursue professional learning and meet established performance standards. The position is based in a professional school environment, working indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally. Work may include scheduled school/work hours and extended hours or days as directed. The environment can range from quiet to loud, and the role involves frequent in-person and other communication with students, the public, and staff. The posting lists 0 scheduled weekly hours, 7.5 hours per day, and 183 days per year, Monday through Friday. Benefits eligibility is listed as part-time and ineligible.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- ASEP Certification - American Sport Education Program.
- CHSAA Certification - Colorado High School Activities Association.
- NFHS Coaching Fundamentals Certification - National Federation of State High Schools.
- Ability to be flexible and patient in work demands.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and professions, including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the public.
- Ability to interact with the public courteously and professionally and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to manage simultaneous demands, set clear priorities, and work the days, hours, locations, and assignments directed by the supervisor within the role's responsibilities.
- Commitment to students' education as a primary responsibility.
- Ability to work well with others in a team setting; cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated organizational, time-management, and detail-oriented skills.
- Student-centered and relationship-focused approach; ability to promote a positive climate, culture, and community.
- Demonstrated qualities including citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness.
Nice To Haves
- Teacher License: Initial - Colorado Department of Education.
- Teacher License: Professional - Colorado Department of Education.
Responsibilities
- Report consistently for scheduled work, perform other assigned duties, and meet established performance standards.
- Seek feedback and professional growth and learning.
- Communicate high expectations for athlete behavior and reinforce them; communicate regularly with the Athletic Director.
- Meet fiscal-management responsibilities and program deadlines in a timely manner.
- Apply knowledge of lacrosse, sport policies and rules, governing-body regulations, and game-management strategies.
- Support athletes' development according to their developmental levels and help them progress.
- Provide fair, patient, understanding, and tolerant leadership that creates a positive environment.
- Communicate professionally and promptly with stakeholders using appropriate verbal and written methods; build respectful relationships.
- Build and maintain a program that fosters individual and team growth and creates opportunities for competitive success.
- Identify and apply strategies and tactics to maximize individual and team success in competitions.
- Maintain, inventory, store, and reorder equipment before the season begins.
- Evaluate assistant coaches, where applicable.
- Establish and use clear, consistent, and proactive communication procedures.
- Monitor athlete injuries, communicate with the athletic trainer and parents, take a proactive approach, and ensure medical release before return to play.
- Plan character development for athletes on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
- Prepare detailed practice plans supporting individual skill progression and strategy development.
- Submit rosters, transportation requests, and certifications before deadlines.
- Supervise athletes and facilities before, during, and after practices and competitions.
- Assist students in assigned areas and work cooperatively with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Maintain confidentiality and understand data-privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
