Position Summary: 

Under the guidance of the Director of Athletics, continue to build and develop a highly competitive boys lacrosse program at a dynamic, forward-thinking prep school that competes at a high level while also embodying Perkiomen’s spirit of sportsmanship, integrity, dignity, respect in competition, and excellence in the classroom.

Perkiomen School Boys Lacrosse has grown tremendously over the past few seasons. The program has sent multiple students to play in college, including Yale, Syracuse, and Towson.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Oversee the boys lacrosse program. This includes a year-round training program for athletes with an emphasis on skill development and strength and conditioning, creating a high-level schedule, organizing camps and clinics, etc.
• Run an off-season training program that includes strength and conditioning, appropriate on-field training, and tournament play
• Recruit high-character individuals to Perkiomen School who are mission-appropriate student-athletes
• Assist in the placement of student-athletes to top colleges and universities that are the right fit
• Help facilitate travel for players, especially boarding students, to club practices and tournaments throughout the school year
• Assist the athletic department in developing a strong and competitively appropriate game schedule
• Serve the school’s residential and student life program one weeknight per week and one weekend per month.
• Fill another important role at the school which could include teaching, student life, or administration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Coaching experience at the high school, college level, or professional level
• Experience playing the sport at collegiate, or professional level
• Experience teaching at the high school or college level
• National or regional coaching certification preferred
• CPR and First Aid Certified (Perkiomen offers certification course)

Applicants    

• Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to Carol Dougherty, Associate Head of School (cdougherty@perkiomen.org)

About Perkiomen School

Independent, coeducational boarding and day school grades 6-12 with boarding in grades 6-12. Located in Greater Philadelphia (Montgomery County) with easy access to the Lehigh Valley and the New York metropolitan area. **About the School Perkiomen School, located in Pennsylvania, is a private, boarding and day school inspiring students in grades 6-12 and post-graduates to risk becoming their best. Perkiomen is the only college preparatory school in the Mid-Atlantic that balances the search for a fulfilling life with the demands of the new economy. Merging a liberal arts foundation with a future-focused approach, we are evolving education. With a close-knit community that celebrates diversity, ambition, and empathy, Perkiomen's innovative educational model gives students a distinct competitive edge in their academics, careers, and lives. **The Academic Options: 30 AP® classes. Outstanding arts programs. Three Institutes - Artificial Intelligence, Entrepreneur, and Medical. **The Personal Experience: A faculty-student ratio of 7:1. Average class size of 11. A culture of caring teachers who know you and will inspire you to risk becoming your best. **The People: Students w...ho are here because they want to excel. Globally diverse with 22 countries represented. Differences are not just affirmed but celebrated and cultivated. A trusted community that feels like a family. **The Sports: Interscholastic competition starting in sixth grade. An opportunity for every athlete at every level. Championships and opportunity for recruitment. Recent graduates playing at Division I, II & III colleges, and universities. **The College Support: Three full-time college counselors. On-site testing. More than 120 colleges and universities visiting every year. Personalized approach to find your right-fit university. **The Place: 185 lovely acres. Beautiful buildings, historic and new. On-site Innovation Center. Expansive playing fields, a pool, and home-away-from-home residence halls. Two hours from New York City and one hour from Philadelphia. **The Financial Aid: More than $6 million in scholarships and financial assistance available. **The Workplace: Eclectic and energetic faculty and staff work, live, and breath the educational experience. This community engages in formal and in-formal professional development. Faculty and staff have access to a well-equipped fitness center, multiple music and art facilities, and a Carnegie Library for personal use. The rural-suburban town has options for community members at all life/career stages. Within five minutes of campus there are grocery stores, several top-flight gyms, and restaurants. A quick 30-minute drive opens doors to skiing, hiking, foodie options, and luxury shopping. The work community quickly becomes a home. Perkiomen School is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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