Varsity Lacrosse Head Coach

Job Title : Varsity Lacrosse Head Coach

Reports to : Director of Athletics

Role Duration : Seasonal Part-Time starting in January 2026

Job Description

Ashley Hall is seeking a dedicated and passionate Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach to lead our Varsity Lacrosse program. The Head Coach will be responsible for building a competitive positive and empowering experience that aligns with the Schools mission of developing confident ethical young women through athletics. The ideal candidate will bring strong lacrosse knowledge leadership and a commitment to player development teamwork and sportsmanship.

Qualifications and Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should possess extensive lacrosse coaching experience demonstrate strong leadership skills and have a proven record in building and sustaining successful athletic programs.

Major Responsibilities

The most competitive candidates will offer the following qualifications and qualities :

Leadership & Coaching : Provide mentorship guidance and leadership to student-athletes fostering growth confidence and teamwork. Establish a culture of excellence grounded in sportsmanship discipline and respect.

Program Development : Design and implement a comprehensive lacrosse program that emphasizes skill development tactical awareness and team cohesion. Build and sustain a long-term vision for program growth including player recruitment and the development of feeder programs.

Practice & Game Preparation : Plan and lead efficient engaging practices focused on both individual and team improvement. Prepare for games through detailed scouting opponent analysis and strategic planning.

Game Management : Lead the team during competitions with clear communication composure and tactical decision-making. Serve as a role model for professionalism and sportsmanship.

Athlete Development : Support the holistic development of student-athletes by emphasizing academics leadership and character. Encourage athletes to set and achieve personal and athletic goals.

Collaboration : Work closely with assistant coaches the athletic department and school leadership to ensure program alignment with Ashley Halls mission and values. Coordinate with athletic trainers and strength staff to support athlete health and wellness.

Community Engagement : Build strong relationships with parents alumnae and the broader school community. Promote school spirit and program visibility through active engagement at home and away contests.

Administrative Responsibilities : Manage team operations including scheduling practices games and travel. Maintain equipment and uniforms and ensure safe organized use of athletic facilities.

Key Requirements

Minimum of 35 years of lacrosse coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level with demonstrated success in player and program development.

Strong understanding of lacrosse fundamentals strategy conditioning and skill progression.

Energetic positive leader with excellent communication and motivational skills.

Willingness to dedicate evenings weekends and off-season time to practices competitions and program needs.

Ability to work collaboratively as part of the Athletics Department team.

US Lacrosse Level 1 (or higher) certification preferred.

Additional Requirements

Current or ability to attain CPR certification upon hire.

Completion of all required Ashley Hall and SCISA paperwork.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check reference checks and medical requirements.

Time Commitment :

Start Date 1 / 15 / 2026

In Season - 5-6 days of practice and Games

Off Season responsibilities - Sign up lists Strength and Conditioning promotion and monitoring

Interested candidates required to submit an official application through Ashley Halls website at to be considered for the position.

As part of the online application candidates will be required to upload a cover letter resume and list of references to be considered for the position.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to :

Lynsey Barrows Director of Human Resources

Email :

Since its founding in 1909 Ashley Hall has empowered young women to think critically act ethically and embrace their world with confidence. The School serves girls from kindergarten through grade 12 (and is co-ed in its Early School ages 2 to 5 years). Ashley Hall provides a dynamic education grounded in a Reggio approach in its Early School and an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme in its Lower School.

Ashley Hall is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex pregnancy gender identity sexual orientation national origin age disability or genetic information.

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1