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Greensboro Day School is seeking a Boys Lacrosse Head Varsity Coach to lead the Upper School varsity program and oversee middle school and other sub-varsity teams. You will coordinate off-season workouts and schedule, ensuring adherence to NCISAA and PTAC guidelines.
The role requires evening and some weekend hours, with a season running from February to May, including NCISAA state championships, and a focus on player development and competitive balance across programs.
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Non Faculty PT Professional Greensboro, NC, US
2 days ago Requisition ID: 1142
Boys Lacrosse - Head Varsity Coach
Director of Athletics
Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Seasonal
The Head Varsity Coach is responsible for leading the Upper School’s varsity team as well as overseeing all sub-varsity programs, including middle school, in their specific sport. GDS is a member of the North Carolina Independent Schools Athletic Association (NCISAA) and the Piedmont Triad Athletic Conference (PTAC). GDS competes in PTAC postseason championships and competes in the NCISAA state series. GDS follows the rules and regulations of the NCISAA and PTAC.
The Head Varsity Coach models the GDS Community Cornerstones of Respect, Kindness, Integrity, and Responsibility.
This position has a variable schedule that requires regular evening and possible weekend hours. The 2027 Boys Lacrosse season officially starts on February 15, 2027. The season concludes on May 15, 2027, with the NCISAA State Championships. In addition, the head varsity coach will be responsible for coordinating off-season workouts and practices within the guidelines of the NCISAA.
Coaches the Varsity team educating students on the rules of the game and proper etiquette following NFHS, NCISAA, and GDS guidelines
With the Director of Athletics, finds qualified assistant coaches to serve at the varsity and sub-varsity levels
Maintains a clear practice schedule
Maintains equipment and inventory including team uniforms
Supervises students on bus to away matches, during practices, and home and away games
Updates practice schedule and communications on myGDS
Updates rosters, schedules, and scores on MaxPreps and myGDS
Communicates with parents each week on upcoming practice and game schedule
Works with the assistant athletic director on creating a competitive and balanced schedule
Completes and has an understanding of documents and courses related to such areas as coaching expectations, concussion awareness, GDS emergency action plans, and sudden cardiac emergency awareness
Understands the regulations and policies of the NCISAA
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and/or the Head of School
GDS Employee Skills
Human-Centered
Data-Informed
Professionalism
Technologically Fluent
Adaptable & Growth Mindset
Inclusive
Integrity
Welcoming
Respectful
Listens to Understand
Relationship-Focused
Student-Centered
Field Expertise
Coachable
Lifelong Learner
Kind
Coaching Competencies
Kid Champion
Proactive, Effective, & Professional Communicator
Position Requirements
Playing and/or coaching experience at the high school, collegiate, and/or professional level
Knowledge of rules related to the sport (NFHS and NCISAA)
CPR Certified (or willingness to complete this certification with GDS support)
Energetic and motivating coaching style
Experience as a positive contributor to a coaching staff and/or athletic department
Daily work requires supervising students outdoors as well as indoors at times including traveling to away contests and events. Some weekend, evening, or early morning work may be required from time to time depending on the season schedule.
All coaches must be able to provide adequate supervision indoors and outdoors, and they must be able to ensure the safety of students during practices and contests or events. They must be able to move quickly and frequently from standing to sitting with ease and lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to traverse various athletic grounds and facilities. This position has frequent exposure to loud sounds and high noise levels on a weekly basis.
There are no direct reports for the Head Varsity Coach.