Coaching Jobs

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Job descriptions below.

Anacortes Lacrosse Club is seeking passionate and qualified individuals to fill the following positions: 

Head Coach Varsity 

Assistant Coach Varsity & Youth 

Head Coach 3 – 4 10U 

Date Needed: 

January – May 2025 

Qualifications: 

Candidates should have played or coached lacrosse, preferably at the high school or collegiate level.  

Job Specific Qualifications: 

• Must have a strong working knowledge of USA lacrosse high school rules and WSLA league regulations. 
• Works cooperatively with the club coaching group to outline seasonal goals  
• Ability to organize and direct individual and small group player development sessions. 
• Ability to run practices 
• Silver USA Lacrosse Coaching certification for Head Varsity Coach. 
• Bronze USA Lacrosse Coaching certification for Assistant and 10U. 
• Current CPR and AED certification 
• Complete background check 
• The capacity to establish a good rapport and working relationship with student-athletes, parents, coaches, and the community is required. 
• Ability to inspire athletes and be a positive coaching influence 5 nights a week under various weather conditions. 

Since being established in 2017, Anacortes Lacrosse Club has made it our mission to grow the sport of lacrosse in the pacific northwest through superior skills, sportsmanship, teamwork and respect for the game. For ALC to continue our mission, it is important that we find spirited coaches with the knowledge and desire to help us achieve these goals. If you are interested, please contact us at the email address below. 

Contact: 

Anacortes Lacrosse Club 

Dustin Snyder 

anacorteslax@gmail.com 

We are seeking to fill three positions at the High School and 7/8 Grade levels for the spring 2025 season. BWGL hires coaches that share a philosophy that lacrosse is a place for developing players with a range of abilities and for teaching values that benefit players throughout life. For more information, please contact board@bellevuegirlslax.com   

Open Positions: Varsity Head Coach, JV Head Coach, Grade 7/8 Head Coach

For High School positions, a successful candidate brings prior coaching experience at the junior high, high school or college levels. For our 7/8 team, a successful candidate will have prior coaching experience or collegiate level playing experience. All coaching candidates will be great collaborators and communicators who motivate those around them and demonstrate an ability to develop skill and understanding of the game of lacrosse. Coaches will comply with all laws and certification requirements. High School coaches will conduct team tryouts, lead M-Fr practices and act as a game day coach. 7/8 coaches will lead practices 2-3 times a week and act as game day coaches. Competitive pay and supplemental paid off-field assignments are available.

Girls 78 Head Coach & Associate Youth Director

Girls High School Assistant Coach

Job Description (Part-time - 1099 position)

Start Date: Jan 1, 2024

Location: Sammamish, WA

Closing Date: Until filled

Salary Range: Depends on experience

Position Summary:

The Girls 78 Head Coach, and High School Assistant coaches are expected to provide effective leadership and create a positive learning environment for the players within our program. Develop and implement practice plans to develop individual skills and team concepts. The coach is expected to model commitment by being at all practices and games. As an Associate Youth Director, partner with the Youth Director in all aspects of executing our youth program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous coaching experience at high school or collegiate level
• Previous playing experience at high school or college level
• Current or willing to obtain required training to be certified coach (First Aid/CPR, etc.)
• Effective coaching techniques for developing the whole student-athlete

Job Responsibilities:

• Uphold, support, and enforce all aspects of the Eastlake Lacrosse Association Code of Conduct
• Build positive relationships with athletes, families, and community
• Execute practice plans, coach games, practices, and tournaments
• Comply with GELL requirements and standards
• Maintain open communication with Head Coach and Eastlake Lacrosse Association Board
• Commitment to attend all practices, games and tournaments (3-4 days per week)

Eastlake Lacrosse Association Mission:

To provide boys and girls of the Eastlake High School area the opportunity to develop as people, players, teammates, and competitors through the athletic classroom of lacrosse. The game of lacrosse has given us so much through our lives, and we want to share this experience with our community by growing the game of lacrosse.

Please email employment@eastlakelacrosse.org if interested.

Eastside Catholic High School, a WSLA member of the Independent conference, is accepting applications for a Girl's Junior Varsity Lacrosse Coach reporting to the Girls Varsity Head Lacrosse Coach and the Athletic Director. 

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a positive coaching style and a strong vision for developing our growing program. We offer competitive pay, comparable to coaches with similar experience in our area. 

Desired Professional Qualifications: 

• Previous lacrosse coaching experience preferred 
• Mature, responsible and self-motivated individual with a positive coaching style 
• Strong communication and leadership skills 
• Strong knowledge of the game  
• Ability to work effectively with the girls lacrosse coaching staff, Athletic Department and other support staff 

Responsibilities: 

• Attend all high school games and practices 
• Develop and implement consistent practice plans 
• Ensure all players learn all aspects of the game and have opportunities to develop these skills in practice and games 
• Provide an atmosphere conducive to good sportsmanship; compile and maintain accurate individual and team performance records; participate in the awards program(s) according to school procedure. 
• Communicate important information (team news, practice changes, game changes, etc.) in a timely manner to players and parents 
• Manage game-day operations 
• Attend WSLA meetings as required 
• Establish seasonal and long-range goals for the program 
• Model behavior that exemplifies our Core Covenants (True Competitor, Integrity, Accountability and Family) 
• Implement team activities to promote our Core Covenants 
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with players, parents, and the Athletic Department on program development, scheduling, player discipline, and program policies 
• Manage distribution, collection and inventory of uniform/equipment 
• Support all fundraising efforts 
• Other duties as may be assigned by the head varsity coach or Athletic Director 

Eastside Catholic offers a competitive stipend…amount depends on experience.  

Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to submit electronically a cover letter, resume and the names and telephone numbers of three professional references to: Stacey Stoutt, Eastside Catholic Athletic Director at sstoutt@eastsidecatholic.org.  

We are looking for a JV coach

-Hours are 1.5 hours per day, 5x per week in the evenings after typical working hours

-There is a $1500 stipend

Please contact ashalarsson27@gmail.com & averyemersondyer@icloud.com for more information!

Girls Lacrosse Varsity Co-Coach

Combined Team: Girls Lacrosse Varsity Coach

Nathan Hale High School – Ingraham High School

Date Needed: Jan – May 2025

Nathan Hale and Ingraham High Schools are running a combined high school program and looking for energetic, motivational coaches who are organized and can create a positive presence at lacrosse practice and games. If you have the following desired qualifications that’s fantastic! And these are not requirements. As we’re all learning in life, if you have the passion for coaching high school girls, let’s chat!

Desired Qualifications:

• Passionate about youth development on and off the field

• Desire to be part of a coaching collaboration

• Knowledge of WSLA rules and regulations

• Extensive knowledge of the principles of individual and team fundamentals of LA

• Ability to develop and train student-athletes

• Personal skills that reflect positive relations with high school student-athletes, coaches, parents and the community

• Ability to organize and prepare practice schedules

• Ability to develop a solid discipline that emphasizes teamwork and good sportsmanship

• Availability for practice Monday-Friday after school and/or in the evenings

• Club coaching and/or collegiate playing experience

Qualifications: Required for All Coaches

• High school diploma or equivalent

• WSLA Level 1 certification - training is available in January & paid for by the club

• First Aid/CPR/AED trained and certified from either Red Cross or American Heart Association – training paid for by the club

• Have successfully completed Concussion recognition and management with Return to Play Protocols training as required by Washington State Law

• District required Criminal Justice Fingerprint and Background Clearance and SPS Adult Sexual Misconduct Prevention Training

Please contact lilliskelly1@gmail.com

Overlake School is seeking a great role model Lacrosse Head Coach for the 2025 season.

One of the most established programs in the state, Overlake started the program in 1990 and continues to build an outstanding environment for coaching. As a school varsity program – not a club – coaches are supported in the following ways:

• Daily practices on campus in a brand-new turf stadium
• Access to a Full Time Athletic Trainer to minimize risk and help with return to play
• Full time department staff members to coordinate scheduling, transportation, and uniforms
• A dedicated game operations staff for hosting home games
• A full-time strength and conditioning coach to help develop your athletes
• A ‘built-in’ 5^th through 8^th grade feeder program for skill development
• Paid assistant coaches to support your vision and help you on the field
• Fantastic student-athletes who love lacrosse
• Administrative support to help you ‘just coach’ 
• Stipend amount of $6,837-$8,624 for the season, DOE. 

Here’s more on the job and an application: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/1752158

Seattle Preparatory School is a Catholic, Jesuit college preparatory school with an enrollment of about 790 students in grades 9-12. We embrace the Ignatian ideals that God may be found in all things, that each person is sacred and that we are created to serve others in community. Our mission is to form discerning, transformational leaders who are intellectually competent, spiritually alive, open to growth, loving, and committed to justice. 

The Prep community is connected by a common mission. Our strength is in our 132-year history, 13 decades of graduates, and 1 purpose—to educate young men and women in the Catholic, Jesuit tradition to go forth and set the world on fire.  On our 5-acre property, tucked away on the North-end of Capitol Hill, Seattle Preparatory School strives to not only provide our students with a transformative education, but also do the necessary work to form compassionate, resilient, and service-driven men and women for others. As a Catholic, Jesuit institution we embody the Ignatian ideals that God may be found in all things, that each person is sacred and that we are created to serve others in our community. Established in 1891, our goal is to continue our mission for generations to come.

Purpose: 

Jesuit education, also known as Ignatian education, is an approach to education inspired by the teachings and principles of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), a Catholic religious order. Jesuit education is known for its emphasis on intellectual rigor, moral and ethical development, and the holistic formation of individuals. Jesuit education is not limited to Catholic students, and our own and many more Jesuit institutions welcome students of various religious backgrounds. The principles of Jesuit education have been influential in the development of a well-rounded, values-based approach to education that extends beyond the classroom and into the broader community.

Seattle Prep is hiring a part-time Program Head for Girls Lacrosse. The position’s primary responsibility, under direction of the Athletic Director, is to lead all functions of the sport, building a staff, forming teams, and developing a schedule that will help Seattle Prep run a program that lives out the school’s mission while competing at the top level in the sport. 

Essential Functions: 

• Demonstrate a passion for coaching and deep knowledge of the sport.
• Lead all levels of the program, developing a strong culture that permeates throughout the program. 
• Effectively manage each discipline, organize coaches, and allow all athletes to feel a part of one program.
• Be able to clearly communicate to all constituents in the program.
• Manage the program budget, including uniforms and equipment, local and travel competitions, and more.
• Work with other Program Heads to foster a culture of multisport participation, prioritizing physical strength and personal development and emphasizing mental health. 
• Assist in maintaining and maximizing a strong relationship with key external constituents (other teams, club program coaches and administrators, fellow league coaches, etc).
• Build a calendar of activities for both in- and out-of-season activities which maximizes available time and space and prioritizes success in both academics and competition. 
• Represent Seattle Prep, the athletic department and the track & field program at a variety of on- and off-campus marketing and networking events. 
• Seek continuing education opportunities (clinics, attending college practices, working camps, etc).
• Maintain compliance and stay up-to-date with all Seattle Preparatory School, WIAA coaching and employment requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications: 

• Deep levels of experience and expertise in the sport 
• Prior coaching experience at the high school or college level, head coaching experience preferred
• All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to Prep’s mission and values, especially as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Supportive of the mission of a Catholic, Jesuit high school and formation of the whole person
• 21 years of age or older
• Possess a valid driver’s Washington Driver’s License
• Demonstration of participation in continuing education opportunities in the sport
• Available for all practice sessions, workouts, competitions and related meetings 
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications, or the ability to obtain them
• All employees must complete a criminal history background check and safe environment training upon hire and every 3 years

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary Range: $8,705 - $14,020 annually. Salary is determined based on skills and qualifications. 

Application Process: 

Please submit a resume and cover letter online: https://www.seaprep.org/about-prep/employment  

Seattle Preparatory School does not discriminate in its employment decisions or practices on the basis of gender, age, race, color, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or any disability which can be reasonably accommodated in the administration of its educational policies and school administered programs.

https://www.seaprep.org/about-prep/employment

Shoreline Lacrosse is seeking an additional coach at the HS level as well as another youth coach for our 14U team! We are looking for individuals who are innovative, truly enjoy coaching and are looking for a positive lacrosse community to join!

Our mission is to grow the game of lacrosse in our area by providing an inclusive, transparent organization with support for families and coaching for players at all skill levels. Teaching our players how to gain and grow the skills to be successful in the game we love helps to improve the community in ways beyond the sport. Our core operating principle is the game of lacrosse will be made accessible to all children in our community regardless of financial resources. We are a 501(c)(3) federally tax-exempt nonprofit charitable organization that serves youth living in the Shoreline and Lake Forest Park community.

Qualifications

Candidates should have played or coached lacrosse, preferably at the high school or college level. However, previous coaching experience with other sports is also desirable. 

Job Specific Qualifications

• Must have a strong working knowledge of lacrosse rules and league regulations.
• Works cooperatively with the club coaching group to outline seasonal goals and practice plans.
• Ability to organize and direct individual and small group player development sessions.
• Level 1/Bronze and Level 2/Silver USL Coaching certification.
• Current CPR and AED certification
• Complete background check and Abuse Prevention course
• Must have good administrative and organizational skills
• The capacity to establish a good rapport and working relationship with student-athletes, parents, coaches and the community is required.
• Ability to inspire athletes and be a positive coaching influence 5 nights a week under various weather conditions at HS level and 3 nights a week if interested in coaching at the 14U level.



Responsibilities

• Assist with various coaching duties at practices and on game days. 
• Assist in all administrative tasks associated with game day communication and reports. 
• Attending fall and spring league and club meetings.  
• Work closely with Shoreline Lacrosse coaches to help reinforce club goals and curriculum. 
• Contribute in the structure of off-season clinics when applicable and monitor players skill progress. 

These coaching jobs are stipend positions. The amount is based on your previous experience and level of time commitment. All costs for required certifications for coaching positions will be reimbursed. 

Contact: 

Christy Neff 

Program Director

Girls HS Head Coach

Shoreline Lacrosse

(206) 383-5166

neffchristy@gmail.com

Founded in 1999, the Tahoma Lacrosse Club is a nonprofit organization dedicated to organizing,

developing and promoting the sport of lacrosse within the Maple Valley and surrounding community.

Tahoma Lacrosse Club has the following Lacrosse coaching positions open for the Fall and Spring

2024-2025 seasons:

• Head Varsity Coach

• Assistant Varsity Coach

Lacrosse Coaches will report to the Tahoma Lacrosse Club high school girl’s coordinator. Specific

responsibilities and requirements will include:

o Compliance with all Tahoma Lacrosse Club, WSLA, WWLOA and USA Lacrosse

policies and procedures.

o Supervision and instruction of lacrosse student-athletes during all team activities.

o Effective communication with student-athletes, their parents, and all board

members and coaches.

o Demonstrated knowledge, dedication, experience, and ability to teach lacrosse

skills and conditioning programs.

o Ability to teach student athletes sportsmanship, responsibility, discipline,

teamwork, commitment, pride, and fun.

o Ability to collaborate with all other members of the coaching staff, both boys and

girls high and youth.

o Ability and willingness to work, and collaborate with, all girl’s youth teams.

o Ability and willingness to help grow the girl’s program, both youth and high

school.

o Be available for practices and competitions during their coaching season with

availability on weekends as required for practices or competitions.

o Possess a valid Washington State driver’s license.

o USA Lacrosse Level 1 Coaching certificate.

o Concussion and CPR training.

o Current USA Lacrosse Membership (prior to the start of the season).

Positions are open until filled.

Competitive pay.

All cover letters, resumes and questions should be sent to Lindsi Wolf, Tahoma Lacrosse Club

High School Girl’s Coordinator, at girlslax@tahomalax.org.

West Seattle Lacrosse Club 

West Seattle Lacrosse is looking for coaches to join its high school coaching staff as Assistant Varsity Coach and JV Coaches. Candidates should have played or coached lacrosse, preferably at the high school or collegiate level. We are looking for someone excited to help our high school players grow as lacrosse players and young women. 

West Seattle Lacrosse Club is an up and coming program with a solid player base, strong committed Board of directors and a passionate parent base. We also have a consistent Youth feeder program aligned with the Club.

Responsibilities 

1. Compliance with all West Seattle Lacrosse Club conduct standards, WSLA policies and procedures 

2. Assist in supervision and instruction of student-athletes during team practices M-Fr after school and/or in the evenings and on game days

3. Assist in the development of practice plans and conditioning routines

4. Strong communication with players, board members and families

5. Promotion of a healthy, competitive environment 

6. Promotion of balanced achievement in all areas of school life for student-athletes

Requirements and Qualifications 

1. At least 21 years of age, clean driving record and a valid Washington state driver’s 

license. 

2. Be available for all practices and competitions during their coaching season with availability on weekends as required. 

3. Current US Lacrosse Membership 

4. US Lacrosse’s “Level 1 Coaching” Certificate

5. Possess or obtain prior to the start of the season current First Aid/CPR certification.

6. Knowledge about risk of head injury/concussion and Sudden Cardiac Arrest.

7. Pass a background check. 

Compensation We offer a stipend paid at the end of season 

Please submit your resume and inquiries to westseattlelax@gmail.com

Woodinville Girls Lacrosse

The Woodinville Girls Lacrosse organization is seeking to fill 3 coaching positions for the 2025 Spring season: 

·       High School Varsity Coach

·       High School Assistant Coach

·       Head 5/6 coach

This is an incredible opportunity to inspire and motivate student-athletes! Coaches will be responsible for developing training and practice plans, conducting engaging practice sessions, providing leadership and guidance to all players, and fostering a positive team environment. Coaches will partner with the board and team parents on player/parent communications and team activities. Previous coaching experience, strong knowledge of lacrosse, and excellent communication skills are desired. We look forward to hearing from you! Please reach out to president@woodinvillegirlslacrosse.com for more information.