Head Varsity Girl's Lacrosse Coach (Upper School)

About our School

St. Michaels Catholic Preparatory School is an outstanding co-educational Independent Catholic school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade on two adjacent campuses in Austin Texas. The Lower School comprises PreK 3-4th grades the Middle School houses grades 5-8 and the High School contains grades 9-12. St. Michaels Catholic Preparatory School is a Christ-centered college preparatory learning community inspiring lives of service courage personal integrity and intellectual curiosity. We are distinguished by our Catholic tradition a welcoming and diverse community excellent academic programs and a variety of extracurricular activities.

Summary of Position

St. Michaels Preparatory School seeks a dynamic student-centered Varsity Head Girls Lacrosse Coach to lead and develop our girls lacrosse program. The ideal candidate embodies the schools mission and core values of integrity courage and excellence demonstrates a passion for mentoring young women and brings a track record of success at the high school or collegiate level. The Varsity Head Coach is responsible for all aspects of the program including team culture skill development practice planning and representing St. Michaels Prep in the Texas High School Lacrosse League (THSLL).

Job Details

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Model and reinforce the schools mission Catholic identity and core values on and off the field
• Foster a positive inclusive and competitive team environment focused on holistic student-athlete development
• Plan and execute effective practices and game strategies
• Teach fundamentals skills and advanced tactics of girls lacrosse
• Evaluate and cultivate student-athlete talent; promote sportsmanship and character formation
• Communicate clearly and proactively with athletes families and school administration
• Oversee program logistics including scheduling equipment and travel
• Ensure compliance with all THSLL rules regulations and reporting requirements
• Collaborate with the Athletic Department and other coaches to support the broader school community

Required Experience Degree and Skills

• Bachelors degree preferred
• Coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level preferably as a head or assistant coach
• Deep knowledge of girls lacrosse current coaching techniques and THSLL standards
• Commitment to the values and mission of St. Michaels Prep
• Excellent communication organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor for student-athletes
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Please submit an online application for employment with a resume and cover letter. Send questions to Jeff McGee Director of Athletics.

St. Michaels Catholic Preparatory School is committed to providing equal opportunity in all personnel actions and in the administration of all policies and programs.