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Groton School is seeking a Head Coach for its Girls Varsity Lacrosse program beginning with the 2023 Spring term (late March through early June).

A coeducational, primarily residential school of 383 students, Groton sets for its students the highest standards of academic achievement, intellectual growth, ethical awareness and behavior, sportsmanship, athletic endeavor, and service to others. An inclusive, tight-knit community, Groton is dedicated to inspiring student lives of character, learning, leadership, and service.

Responsibilities and Duties

The Head Coach is responsible for the operation of the Girls Lacrosse program, including organizing, completing assigned tasks, communicating regularly with the Athletics Department, and working with students.

The Head Coach conducts practices, motivates students, instructs athletes in game strategies and techniques, and helps with day-to-day logistics, game statistical support, and guiding assistant coaches.

This is a 20-hour per week position, Monday through Saturday, and reports to the Athletic Director.

The Head Coach will be expected to:

• Instruct players in the techniques of lacrosse
• Organize and direct individual and small group practice activities/exercises
• Assess player skills and monitor players during competition and practice
• Model sportsmanship and nondiscriminatory practices in all activities and maintain appropriate conduct towards players, opponents, officials, and spectators
• Collaborate with co-workers and in conjunction with other departments
• Travel with team to away games

The ideal candidate will have:

• Three or more years of coaching experience at the high school level or above
• Excellent knowledge and teaching skills in analysis and techniques of lacrosse
• Strong motivational and communication skills
• Inclusive approach to teaching and educating
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a wide array of constituents (students, coaches, staff, faculty, health care providers).

About Groton School

Groton School is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and seeks employees who reflect and support our mission-driven commitment to a diverse school community. The School complies with all government regulations regarding non-discriminating employment practices and, beyond that, provides an atmosphere that ensures all have the opportunity to succeed on their own merit, qualifications, and abilities. Groton School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristics protected by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

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