Girls Assistant Varsity Lacrosse Coach

Portledge School•Locust Valley, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Portledge School seeks an enthusiastic, student-centered Varsity Girls Lacrosse Assistant Coach. The successful candidate will support the Head Coach in creating a positive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment that fosters the growth of student-athletes with a wide range of lacrosse abilities and competitive experience. This is a part-time, temporary, seasonal position reporting to the Director of Athletics. This position is ideal for a coach who is passionate about player development, fostering a love of the game, and helping student-athletes build confidence, leadership, sportsmanship, and teamwork both on and off the field.

Requirements

Previous coaching and/or playing experience in girls lacrosse.
Strong knowledge of lacrosse fundamentals, strategy, and player development.
Ability to teach and motivate student-athletes with diverse skill levels and competitive experience.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and student-centered team culture.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a coaching staff.
Ability to serve as a positive role model who demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to student-athlete success.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with high school-aged student-athletes preferred.
Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach in planning and leading engaging, well-organized practices that support athletes of varying skill levels.
Help develop individual and team skills, including stick work, passing, catching, shooting, dodging, defensive positioning, transition play, and game strategy.
Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment that encourages effort, growth, and sportsmanship.
Reinforce the program's expectations for character, teamwork, accountability, and respect.
Assist with game preparation, in-game coaching, player evaluation, and post-game development.
Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and team activities.
Support the implementation of practice plans that challenge experienced players while continuing to develop emerging athletes.
Communicate effectively with the Head Coach, student-athletes, parents, and the Athletic Department.
Support the overall mission, philosophy, and values of Portledge Athletics.
Ensure compliance with all school, league, and safety regulations.
Collaborate with coaches across all levels of the girls lacrosse program to promote continuity in player development and program culture.
Serve as a positive mentor and role model, supporting the academic, athletic, and personal growth of student-athletes.