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New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS)

Head Varsity Girls’ Lacrosse Coach

New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS), Pennington, New Jersey, us, 08534

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Head Varsity Girls’ Lacrosse Coach – New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS) The Pennington School seeks a head coach for its varsity girls’ lacrosse team. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, this head coach will oversee, develop, and grow the girls’ lacrosse program. Additionally, the coach will facilitate communication with all program stakeholders, including assistant coaches, athletes, the Director of Summer Programs, faculty/staff members, and parents, and serve as an advocate and positive role model for student‑athletes.

Essential Responsibilities

Direct and organize the Varsity Girls’ Lacrosse program

Coordinate and oversee assistant coaches to ensure individual attention to all athletes

Design a strategy to expose younger players to the sport through summer programming and other initiatives

Communicate effectively with students, faculty/staff, parents, and alumni

Coordinate with the JV and Middle School coaches and teams to create a consistent program dedicated to the growth of all student‑athletes

Coordinate with the Admission Office to identify and recruit promising student‑athletes to The Pennington School

Commit to the mission and values of The Pennington School, especially as they relate to good character and sportsmanship on and off the field

Guide student‑athletes engaged in the NCAA recruitment process and work with the College Counseling Office to ensure the right college fit for each student‑athlete

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required

Previous experience coaching lacrosse at the high school or collegiate level

Previous high school/collegiate head coaching experience preferred

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required

Ability to foster a positive team spirit as well as individual skill improvement

Availability to work a flexible schedule that includes some nights and weekends

First Aid and CPR training – or can be trained

A commercial driver’s license (CDL) is preferred

Must successfully pass a New Jersey Department of Education background check

This position is part‑time during the spring athletic season. Specific dates will be determined. Seasonal coaching stipend of $8,000. Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and salary requirements to https://pennington.isolvedhire.com/.

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