Position: Fifth and Sixth Grade Lacrosse Coaches (Spring Season)
Reports to: Athletics Director for Competitive Sports
FLSA: Exempt - part-time
Salary Range: $1,550 - $1,750 (for the season)
Start Date: April 7, 2026
Schedule: Tuesdays and Fridays: 3pm - 5pm

SUMMARY:
The Middle School is looking for head and assistant coaches for their 5th/6th grade lacrosse teams. The coaches play a vital role in delivering high-quality instruction, fostering a positive and inclusive team culture, and supporting the holistic development of student-athletes. In collaboration with their co-coaches, they will deliver engaging practices, mentorship, and administrative oversight, with a focus on preparing middle school athletes for future success at the varsity level.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate high-level instruction in lacrosse, incorporating fundamental skill development in different levels of player
• Implement effective, engaging practice sessions.
• Help reinforce a strong, positive team culture aligned with the values and philosophy of the CSH athletic program and mission and goals of the school.
• Strive for development in line with the long-term program vision, plan and curriculum set out by the Associate Director of Athletics and Head Varsity Coach
• Demonstrate genuine care for the holistic development of student-athletes—social, emotional, academic, ethical, and athletic—with an unwavering commitment to their health, safety, and well-being.
• Collaborate closely with the Associate Director of Athletics to advance program goals and foster team success.
• Model leadership, professionalism, and integrity in all interactions with student-athletes, families, colleagues, and school administrators.
• Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and adhere to all rules, policies, and guidelines set by the school, league, and athletic department.
• Complete administrative tasks such as attendance tracking, match logistics, distribution and collection of uniforms, communication with families, and other administrative duties as needed.
• ?Maintain professional, collaborative relationships with colleagues, both within and beyond the athletics department.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and demonstrate a commitment to personal growth as a coach and educator.
• Support the Associate Director of Athletics with additional duties necessary for the success of the team and overall athletics program, even if not explicitly outlined above.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience.
• Previous track and field coaching experience required. High school and/or college competition experience preferred.
• A passion for the sport, coaching and student athlete development
• Ability to provide leadership and direction to student-athletes, and support student success on all levels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage relationships with student-athletes, families, and school administrators.
• A record of integrity, reliability, punctuality and strong work ethic
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification (or willingness to obtain prior to the season)
• Availability for practices, meets, and team events, as the schedule requires.

Additional Notes:

• In your application, please indicate whether you have a preference for a head or assistant coaching position.
• A stipend is paid for this coaching position. Additionally, candidates must complete a criminal background check with fingerprint clearance and must possess or obtain, prior to the start of the season, current First Aid and CPR certification.

It is the policy of Sacred Heart to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. This means that all employees and applicants will be treated on an equal basis without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital and partnership status, citizenship status, caregiver status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, height or weight, predisposing genetic characteristics, criminal history, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local law (collectively referred to herein as “Protected Classifications”).

In addition to the Protected Classifications set forth in this EEO Policy, the School also prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on being a certified medical marijuana patient, pre-employment marijuana testing, unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, arrest or conviction, or domestic violence victim status in accordance with state law.

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About Convent of the Sacred Heart

The Convent of the Sacred Heart is New York City’s oldest independent school for girls, established in 1881 by the Society of the Sacred Heart. Part of a worldwide network of over 150 schools committed to the mission of Sacred Heart education, the school is housed in two landmark buildings on 91st Street and Fifth Avenue. Since its inception, Convent of the Sacred Heart has been governed by a strong commitment to the education of the whole child, addressing her intellectual, spiritual, social, and emotional development. Convent of the Sacred Heart is an equal opportunity employer. As an equal opportunity employer, Sacred Heart seeks to hire outstanding and diverse faculty who work together harmoniously toward the common mission of the school.

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