Head Boys Lacrosse Coach

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Boys Lacrosse Coach provides coaching, athlete development, and supervisory responsibilities for the lacrosse program at Pine Creek High School. The position is responsible to the Athletic Director and/or a head coach. The role includes building a program that supports individual and team growth, fostering a competitive and positive environment, planning practices and character development, supervising athletes and facilities, maintaining equipment, and communicating with program stakeholders. Compensation for extra-pay positions is contingent on District approval of the related athletic event during the school year. Certifications listed as required may also be obtained after acceptance of the position.

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.
Knowledge of the sport, applicable policies and rules, game-management strategies, and governing-body regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds, including students, parents, staff, administrators, supervisors, and the public.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and maintain confidentiality, including understanding data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands, set clear priorities, and demonstrate effective organization and time management.
Ability to work collaboratively, problem-solve, and promote a positive climate and community.
Flexibility and patience in work demands; ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed within the position responsibilities.
Commitment to student education, with a student-centered and relationship-focused approach.
Demonstrated leadership and professional conduct, including fairness, respect, integrity, reliability, patience, and responsibility.
Detail-oriented, energetic, creative, innovative, and flexible.

Nice To Haves

Colorado Department of Education Initial Teacher License.
Colorado Department of Education Professional Teacher License.

Responsibilities

Communicate regularly with the Athletic Director and maintain timely, professional communication with athletes, parents, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
Set and reinforce high expectations for athlete behavior and develop athletes at their respective developmental levels.
Build and maintain a program that fosters individual and team growth and provides opportunities for athlete and team success.
Develop daily, weekly, monthly, and annual character-development plans for athletes.
Prepare detailed practice plans that advance individual skills and team strategies.
Apply strategies and tactics to improve competitive opportunities for individuals and the team.
Demonstrate knowledge of lacrosse, sport policies and rules, game-management strategies, and governing-body regulations, and comply with applicable requirements.
Supervise athletes and facilities before, during, and after practices and competitions.
Monitor athlete injuries, communicate with the athletic trainer and parents, take a proactive approach to injuries, and ensure medical release before athletes return to play.
Maintain, inventory, store, and reorder equipment before the season begins.
Submit rosters, transportation requests, and certifications by established deadlines.
Manage program finances and meet related responsibilities in a timely manner.
Evaluate assistant coaches where applicable.
Establish and consistently use clear, proactive communication procedures.
Seek feedback and pursue professional growth and learning.
Report for work as scheduled, meet assigned responsibilities, and perform other duties as assigned.
Attain proficient or higher evaluations on established performance standards.