Castilleja School
Head Coach, JV Girls Water Polo
Castilleja School, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Position Purpose:
The JV Girls Lacrosse Head Coach is responsible for developing a lacrosse program that supports the Mission of Castilleja.
Specific Expectations for part-time, non-exempt Coaches, Administrators, and Staff in the Athletic Department:
In addition to duties and essential job functions listed in job descriptions, the following responsibilities are required or encouraged of all part-time, non-exempt employees in the Athletics Department:
Seasonal Sports Parents Meetings (required)
Coaches Seasonal Workshops (required)
Professional development as required by your supervisor, work beyond your regular hours when required by your supervisor, and attendance at, or participation in, mandatory meetings and/or events as directed by your supervisor.
Certifications required by CIF
Lifeguard Certification
All non-exempt employees are required to accurately track their time and paid time-off in the payroll system.
Attend the Celebration of Sport (May 2026)
All employees will be paid appropriately and according to current law. If staff are required to work outside of regular work schedule, permission to work outside of the regular work schedule is required; non-exempt employees will receive overtime pay, as eligible.
Essential Functions:
The coach must demonstrate strong leadership in player and staff development, sportsmanship, integrity, and character development.
Leads instruction for athletes in the fundamental skills, strategies, and physical training necessary to realize a degree of individual and team success.
Leads, through words and action, resulting in an environment that fosters learning and a passion for the game.
Works cooperatively with the athletic administration and school community to support the academic and co-curricular aspirations of the Lacrosse program and all student-athletes.
Supervises practices, competitions, tournaments, and team trips.
Updates knowledge of technical aspects of the sport and shows a willingness to continue to learn and examine new ideas pertinent to the sport of Lacrosse and/or coaching in general.
Works cooperatively with the school’s athletic trainer and peers.
Works proactively and positively to support the college athletics goals of team members.
Coordinates with the Assistant Athletics Director and Athletics Director regarding administrative tasks including but not limited to uniform/equipment issues, inventory, transportation, game scheduling, referees scheduling, and other tasks as directed.
Follows the Coaches handbook policies for handling issues or concerns from players and/or parents.
Attends coaches’ meetings, preseason parents meeting, and annual coaches’ meeting.
Organizes end-of-season individual player meetings and post-season team party and awards.
Responsible for transporting student athletes by school vans to sports events.
Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED; college degree preferred.
Minimum of 2 years coaching experience, preferably as a head coach. Experience in an independent high school environment preferred.
Proven ability to develop, organize, and supervise a successful high school team.
Strong communication and organizational skills, including excellent verbal and written communication.
Knowledge of Water Polo skills and strategies relevant to California interscholastic athletics.
Ability to model ethical and appropriate behavior.
Ability to collaborate successfully with a diverse school community.
Computer skills (Google, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
CPR/First Aid & Lifeguard certification or willingness to obtain.
Leadership and facilitative skills.
Excellent attendance and punctuality.
Must submit to LiveScan background check.
Clean driving record and valid California driver’s license; subject to clearance.
Schedule:
The Water Polo season is in the fall, from August 11 to end of October, with team events 5 days a week (M-F). Practices are in the morning or afternoon. Games are in the afternoon during weekdays. Coaches must be available for early dismissals on game days.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Work involves dealing with challenges, deadlines, and diverse contacts in a potentially stressful environment.
Tasks require exerting heavy physical effort, including climbing, kneeling, lifting, and carrying objects weighing 20-50 pounds.
Work outdoors in weather conditions typical to the Peninsula.
Ability to travel safely across the Castilleja campus.
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The JV Girls Lacrosse Head Coach is responsible for developing a lacrosse program that supports the Mission of Castilleja.
Specific Expectations for part-time, non-exempt Coaches, Administrators, and Staff in the Athletic Department:
In addition to duties and essential job functions listed in job descriptions, the following responsibilities are required or encouraged of all part-time, non-exempt employees in the Athletics Department:
Seasonal Sports Parents Meetings (required)
Coaches Seasonal Workshops (required)
Professional development as required by your supervisor, work beyond your regular hours when required by your supervisor, and attendance at, or participation in, mandatory meetings and/or events as directed by your supervisor.
Certifications required by CIF
Lifeguard Certification
All non-exempt employees are required to accurately track their time and paid time-off in the payroll system.
Attend the Celebration of Sport (May 2026)
All employees will be paid appropriately and according to current law. If staff are required to work outside of regular work schedule, permission to work outside of the regular work schedule is required; non-exempt employees will receive overtime pay, as eligible.
Essential Functions:
The coach must demonstrate strong leadership in player and staff development, sportsmanship, integrity, and character development.
Leads instruction for athletes in the fundamental skills, strategies, and physical training necessary to realize a degree of individual and team success.
Leads, through words and action, resulting in an environment that fosters learning and a passion for the game.
Works cooperatively with the athletic administration and school community to support the academic and co-curricular aspirations of the Lacrosse program and all student-athletes.
Supervises practices, competitions, tournaments, and team trips.
Updates knowledge of technical aspects of the sport and shows a willingness to continue to learn and examine new ideas pertinent to the sport of Lacrosse and/or coaching in general.
Works cooperatively with the school’s athletic trainer and peers.
Works proactively and positively to support the college athletics goals of team members.
Coordinates with the Assistant Athletics Director and Athletics Director regarding administrative tasks including but not limited to uniform/equipment issues, inventory, transportation, game scheduling, referees scheduling, and other tasks as directed.
Follows the Coaches handbook policies for handling issues or concerns from players and/or parents.
Attends coaches’ meetings, preseason parents meeting, and annual coaches’ meeting.
Organizes end-of-season individual player meetings and post-season team party and awards.
Responsible for transporting student athletes by school vans to sports events.
Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED; college degree preferred.
Minimum of 2 years coaching experience, preferably as a head coach. Experience in an independent high school environment preferred.
Proven ability to develop, organize, and supervise a successful high school team.
Strong communication and organizational skills, including excellent verbal and written communication.
Knowledge of Water Polo skills and strategies relevant to California interscholastic athletics.
Ability to model ethical and appropriate behavior.
Ability to collaborate successfully with a diverse school community.
Computer skills (Google, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
CPR/First Aid & Lifeguard certification or willingness to obtain.
Leadership and facilitative skills.
Excellent attendance and punctuality.
Must submit to LiveScan background check.
Clean driving record and valid California driver’s license; subject to clearance.
Schedule:
The Water Polo season is in the fall, from August 11 to end of October, with team events 5 days a week (M-F). Practices are in the morning or afternoon. Games are in the afternoon during weekdays. Coaches must be available for early dismissals on game days.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Work involves dealing with challenges, deadlines, and diverse contacts in a potentially stressful environment.
Tasks require exerting heavy physical effort, including climbing, kneeling, lifting, and carrying objects weighing 20-50 pounds.
Work outdoors in weather conditions typical to the Peninsula.
Ability to travel safely across the Castilleja campus.
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