Assistant Girls Lacrosse Coach

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Girls Lacrosse Coach provides coaching, athlete development, and supervisory support for the athletic program at Air Academy High School. The coach is responsible to the Athletic Director and/or a head coach. Compensation for extra-pay positions is contingent on District approval of the associated athletic, activity, or academic event. Certifications listed as required qualifications may be obtained after accepting the position. The coach helps develop a program that supports individual and team growth, competitive opportunities, positive athlete behavior, and character development. Duties include preparing detailed practice plans, applying strategies and tactics during competitions, managing equipment and program responsibilities, communicating with stakeholders, and supervising athletes and facilities before, during, and after practices and competitions. The coach also monitors athlete injuries and coordinates with the athletic trainer and parents, ensuring medical release before return to play. This position works in a professional school environment, primarily independently and frequently with others, indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally. The work environment may range from quiet to loud. Scheduled school/work hours and days are required, and extended hours or days may be required as directed. The role is listed as 0 scheduled weekly hours, 7.5 hours per day, 183 days per year, Monday through Friday. It is exempt, and benefits eligibility is listed as part-time—ineligible.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
ASEP Certification (American Sport Education Program); may be obtained upon acceptance of the position.
CHSAA Certification (Colorado High School Activities Association); may be obtained upon acceptance of the position.
NFHS Coaching Fundamentals Certification (National Federation of State High Schools); may be obtained upon acceptance of the position.
Colorado Department of Education Initial or Professional Teacher License; certifications listed as required may be obtained upon acceptance of the position.
Ability to be flexible and patient in work demands.
Ability to assist students in assigned areas and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the public.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions; interact with the public courteously and professionally; and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands, set priorities, and work well with others in a team setting.
Commitment to students’ education as a primary responsibility; student-centered and relationship-focused approach.
Demonstrated organizational and time-management skills, attention to detail, and cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or squatting, and lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds (potentially more depending on assignment and student need).
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, or stools; reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects; use computer keyboards and writing utensils; and communicate orally and auditorily.

Responsibilities

Report consistently for scheduled work and perform other duties as assigned.
Meet established performance standards and seek feedback and professional learning.
Communicate regularly with the Athletic Director and communicate program expectations to athletes.
Manage fiscal responsibilities in a timely manner.
Demonstrate knowledge of lacrosse, applicable policies and rules, game management, and governing-body regulations.
Lead athletes with fair, patient, understanding, and tolerant behavior that fosters a positive environment.
Communicate professionally and promptly with stakeholders and maintain positive, respectful relationships.
Build and maintain a program that promotes individual and team growth and development.
Create competitive opportunities for athletes to experience individual and team success.
Identify and apply strategies and tactics to maximize competitive success.
Maintain, inventory, store, and reorder equipment before the season begins.
Evaluate assistant coaches where applicable.
Establish and use clear, proactive communication procedures.
Monitor athlete injuries, communicate with the athletic trainer and parents, and ensure medical clearance before return to play.
Plan character development for athletes on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
Prepare detailed practice plans to advance individual skills and strategy development.
Submit rosters, transportation requests, and certifications by deadlines.
Supervise facilities and athletes before, during, and after practices and competitions.
Work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities.