Boys Assistant Varsity Lacrosse Coach

About Portledge School:

Portledge School was founded in 1965 and is located on the beautiful North Shore of Long Island. Approximately fifty minutes from NYC by train Portledge is nestled on a pastoral 63-acre tree-lined campus that is known for its cherry blossoms in spring. Enrolling approximately 515 students in grades PN-12 Portledge offers a competitive college preparatory program in a warm inclusive community. We seek to inspire our students to realize their individual potential by developing the critical thinking skills and moral courage necessary for lifelong learning in an increasingly complex world. Portledge is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body.

Position Summary

Portledge School seeks an enthusiastic student-centeredVarsity Boys Lacrosse Assistant Coach. The successful candidate will support the Head Coach in creating a positive inclusive and developmentally appropriate environment that fosters the growth of student-athletes with a wide range of lacrosse abilities and competitive experience. This is a part-time temporary seasonal position reporting to the Director of Athletics.

This position is ideal for a coach who is passionate about player development fostering a love of the game and helping student-athletes build confidence leadership sportsmanship and teamwork both on and off the field.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist the Head Coach in planning and leading engaging well-organized practices that support athletes of varying skill levels.

• Help develop individual and team skills including stick work passing catching shooting dodging defensive positioning transition play and game strategy.

• Create a safe supportive and inclusive environment that encourages effort growth and sportsmanship.

• Reinforce the programs expectations for character teamwork accountability and respect.

• Assist with game preparation in-game coaching player evaluation and post-game development.

• Supervise student-athletes during practices games travel and team activities.

• Support the implementation of practice plans that challenge experienced players while continuing to develop emerging athletes.

• Communicate effectively with the Head Coach student-athletes parents and the Athletic Department.

• Support the overall mission philosophy and values of Portledge Athletics.

• Ensure compliance with all school league and safety regulations.

• Collaborate with coaches across all levels of the boys lacrosse program to promote continuity in player development and program culture.

• Serve as a positive mentor and role model supporting the academic athletic and personal growth of student-athletes.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous coaching and/or playing experience in boys lacrosse.

• Strong knowledge of lacrosse fundamentals strategy and player development.

• Ability to teach and motivate student-athletes with diverse skill levels and competitive experience.

• Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills.

• Commitment to fostering a positive inclusive and student-centered team culture.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a coaching staff.

• Experience working with high school-aged student-athletes (preferred).

• Current First Aid CPR and AED certification (preferred or willingness to obtain).

• Ability to serve as a positive role model who demonstrates integrity professionalism and a commitment to student-athlete success.

Season:

The season will start approximately around March 1 2027 and end approximately around May 30 2027.

Application Notes:

Please apply through the link provided on ourCareers Pagewith your resume and cover letter

Deadline:

Position open until filled

Start Date:

On or around March 1 2027

Compensation

$3900 stipend to be paid throughout the coaching season

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