Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach

Presentation High School•San Jose, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Presentation High School is seeking a Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach to lead its varsity lacrosse program. The season is scheduled to begin January 19, 2027, with the first league meeting, and practices and games beginning Monday, February 1. The season ends around May 15, 2027. The coach reports to the Athletic Director and supervises Assistant Varsity Lacrosse Coach(es). Compensation is $5,500–$7,500 per season, based on experience. The coach is responsible for running the varsity lacrosse program, developing players’ fundamental and advanced skills, and fostering a safe, positive, and empowering team culture. The role includes afternoon weekday practices and games, with some Saturday commitments; afternoon, evening, and weekend hours are typical for coaching roles. The work takes place primarily in an active setting on a field, in a gym, or in a fitness room, with some email and computer work. Presentation High School is an independent Catholic college preparatory school for young women. The school seeks professionals committed to its mission, educational philosophy, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and welcomes qualified applicants without regard to protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

CIF Fundamentals of Coaching Certification.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Experience teaching lacrosse skills and strategies appropriate to players’ skill levels.
Knowledge of appropriate safety measures to ensure players’ well-being.
Commitment to Presentation High School’s mission, vision, values, Catholic education tradition, and educational philosophy.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Clear and positive communication skills to create a healthy and empowering team culture.
Ability to exemplify leadership, sportsmanship, and respect.
Strong ethics and ability to serve as a good role model.
Willingness to be an active, enthusiastic member of the Presentation community.
Ability to lift and/or carry sports-specific equipment and perform the physical activities required for the role, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience playing competitive lacrosse.
Professional dedication to athletic development and expertise in coaching.

Responsibilities

Schedule games, scrimmages, and practices for the program.
Teach and enhance fundamental skills and techniques, as well as advanced lacrosse techniques.
Attend all team practices and games, generally on weekday afternoons, with some Saturday commitments.
Coordinate on-site event management for all levels with the Athletic Department.
Attend required Athletic Department meetings, including coaches’ meetings and season parent meetings.
Participate in all regional and sectional playoffs to which the team is entitled.
Report all game results to the Athletic Department.
Maintain appropriate athlete behavior at practices and games and during travel to and from events.
Follow league and CIF-CCS rules and regulations and attend required meetings.
Prioritize student-athlete safety and provide first aid when required.
Manage and maintain program equipment.
Coordinate the season-end awards program.
Attend school functions related to promoting Athletic programs, such as Open House.