Title: Boys Lacrosse Assistant Coach- Offensive Coordinator
Department: Athletics
Position Type: Part-time
Founded in 1810, The Lawrenceville School, one of the country’s premier independent schools, is located in central New Jersey, five miles south of Princeton, 55 miles south of New York City, and 40 miles north of Philadelphia. Lawrenceville attracts outstanding students in grades 9-12, including about two dozen post-graduates. Lawrenceville’s 810 students come from more than 30 states and 30 countries, with more than a quarter receiving assistance from a $10.5 million dollar financial aid budget. Across residential, academic, and co-curricular settings, Lawrenceville challenges a diverse community of promising young people to lead lives of learning, integrity, and high purpose, inspiring the best in each to seek the best for all.
The Lawrenceville School seeks enthusiastic, energetic, collegial individuals who want to work with both adults and students in a collaborative and inclusive academic setting.
Summary:
The Boys Lacrosse Assistant Coach- Offensive Coordinator support the Head Coach and provide guidance to the players’ academic and athletic experience. They assist the head coach in the offensive strategy and game management of the Lacrosse athletic curriculum and program development.
Typical responsibilities include the following:
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Coaches, coordinates, and assists the Head Coach in supervising and coordinating the offensive strategy of the Lacrosse program
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Adheres to policies established in The Lawrenceville School Coaches Handbook
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Attends scheduled practices, athletic contests, and assists with game management.
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Attends professional conferences and required institutional meetings (when applicable)
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Commits to continued professional growth through a plan of professional development.
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Stays current in and expands knowledge of coaching techniques.
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Models and ensures diversity and cultural competency (respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing, and welcoming cultural differences) in all position responsibilities
The strongest applicants will have the following qualifications:
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Must have ability to motivate and inspire students.
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Must be able to communicate effectively with groups and/or individuals, and deal with peers, the public, students, and parents in a positive, empathetic, and professional manner.
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Must be able to review, understand, apply, and share concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.
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Must be able and willing to manage a Monday-Saturday practice/game schedule with self-discipline. This position may also include travel and possible Sundays (raindates)
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High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED), Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
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At least 2 years’ experience coaching in high school or college setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Work Environment Characteristics and Physical Demands
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Able to lift up to 50lbs including coaching equipment
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Must be able to climb stairs
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Some of the work will be performed in different weather conditions
The Lawrenceville School is a diverse and inclusive community and makes all employment decisions without regard for an individual’s race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, sex, pregnancy, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability (including AIDS and HIV related illness), genetic information, refusal to provide genetic information, refusal to submit to genetic testing, ancestry, familial status, marital status, domestic partnership status, civil union status, atypical cellular or blood trait, military service, application for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Lawrenceville School will also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law.
The Lawrenceville School conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Eligible employees receive a competitive benefit package that includes health insurance coverage, paid leave and retirement plan options and many other valuable programs.