Lacrosse Coach

TOCA•Rocky River, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At TOCA, we are passionate about people and the power of sport. We believe in creating an environment that becomes the “third home” for our guests — where they learn, where they live, and where TOCA becomes the place where they play. Whether they’re kicking a soccer ball for the first time, focused on finding their best, or rediscovering their passion for the game, we are here to support and guide them every step along the way. Everyone deserves the opportunity to experience the joy and fulfillment that sports can bring, regardless of background and skill levels. Our ultimate goal is to create a consistent and amazing experience for everyone who interacts with TOCA, whether it is our dedicated team members or esteemed guests. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Staff Coach to lead individual player development and support collective team development within Force Academy Lacrosse. Reporting to the Program Director, this role is responsible for executing the Force Academy Lacrosse Coaching Model and ensuring a consistent player experience across all age groups. The Staff Coach will collaborate with fellow coaches to deliver high-quality training sessions, support player recruitment and evaluation, and foster a positive, competitive environment that reflects the Force Academy Player Development Philosophy. This role is ideal for a coach who is passionate about developing athletes, enjoys working as part of a collaborative coaching staff, and is committed to helping players reach their full potential both on and off the field.

Requirements

Previous coaching experience in a high school or collegiate lacrosse environment required.
Expertise coaching a specific position group, including Offense, Defense, or Goalies.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive cross-functional relationships.
Excellent leadership, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
Ability to consistently work from the TOCA Sports location in Rocky River, OH.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, and travel to tournaments and Academy events as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous collegiate playing experience strongly preferred.
Additional expertise in Sports Performance, Video Analysis, Child Development, Sports Medicine, or Psychology is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coach players across all Academy age groups while executing the Force Academy Lacrosse Coaching Model.
Serve as a lead trainer for seasonal supplemental training programs offered by the Academy.
Collaborate with position-specific coaches to design and execute engaging weekly training sessions.
Provide positive, constructive feedback that motivates players and supports long-term development.
Evaluate player performance through written and verbal feedback to encourage continued growth.
Partner with the Academy coaching staff to develop and execute player recruitment strategies.
Recruit, guide, develop, and evaluate youth lacrosse players within the Academy.
Attend, assist, and support Academy events, tournaments, clinics, and additional programming as requested.
Participate in staff meetings and contribute to program planning and operational initiatives.
Work collaboratively with coaches to ensure consistency across all Academy programs and age groups.
Carry out responsibilities in accordance with Academy policies and all youth safeguarding standards.
Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and accountability in every interaction with players, families, and teammates.
Build positive relationships with athletes, parents, coaches, and Academy leadership.
Pursue ongoing coaching education and professional development opportunities.
Support additional Academy initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.