Lacrosse Girls Varsity Assistant Coach

Essential Job Duties

Program Leadership & Development

• Serve as a role model, exemplifying leadership, moral character, commitment, and sportsmanship.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive Girls’ Lacrosse program plan, including offseason and preseason training, in collaboration with the full-time strength & conditioning coach.
• Manage the Girls’ Lacrosse program’s budget and resources responsibly.
• Recruit and develop mission-appropriate student-athletes who align with TMI’s values of wisdom, integrity, service, excellence, and reverence (WISER).
• Foster a team culture prioritizing character development, academic responsibility, and athletic excellence.

Academic Alignment & Student Support

• Collaborate with academic faculty and administration to ensure student-athletes maintain good academic standing.
• Monitor student-athletes' academic progress, encourage time management skills, and provide mentorship to support a balance between academics and athletics.

Player Development & Coaching

• Instruct student-athletes on Girls’ Lacrosse rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques, ensuring proper sportsmanship and ethical conduct.
• Plan and oversee daily practices, focusing on individual and team development.
• Prepare for and manage game-day logistics, including strategies, scouting reports, and game film analysis.
• Encourage student-athletes to set personal and team goals, reinforcing accountability and commitment to continuous improvement.

Team Management & Supervision

• Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, and team events until a responsible adult is present to pick them up.
• Organize and oversee team selection, player evaluations, and roster decisions.

Communication & Administration

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with student-athletes, parents, faculty, and administration.
• Communicate season schedules, weekly updates, and team expectations with families and players.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, team performance, and player statistics.
• Report game results and team updates via the TMI Athletics app and other designated platforms.

Community Engagement & Feeder Program Involvement

• Actively engage with middle school Girls’s Lacrosse program and youth development initiatives to create a pipeline of mission-appropriate student-athletes.
• Promote TMI Athletics in the community to attract and retain student-athletes who align with the school’s values.
• Participate in school-wide events, prospective student activities, and community service projects to reinforce the role of athletics in holistic student development.

Professional Development

• Attend coaching clinics, workshops, and seminars to stay updated with the latest lacrosse strategies, techniques, and trends.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all coaching activities comply with TAPPS regulations and school policies.
• Adhere to school policies regarding athlete eligibility, academic standards, and behavior expectations.
• Maintain current First Aid/CPR certification and always prioritize player safety.

Experience/Skills

• Prior head coaching experience preferred.
• Previous lacrosse coaching experience required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of lacrosse-specific conditioning, skills development, and game strategies.
• Ability to mentor and guide student-athletes in their academic and athletic growth.
• Experience in scouting, film breakdown, and player analysis is beneficial.
• Certified First Aid/CPR required.
• Valid Driver’s License, Class B with Passenger Endorsement preferred (for driving team transportation).

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Must submit background checks and certifications as required by the school and the Diocese of West Texas.