Coach - Boys Lacrosse Head Coach (Stipend Position) - Del Norte High School

Poway Unified School District; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Poway Unified School District, Del Norte High School, is seeking a Boys Lacrosse Head Coach to lead the program with a focus on athletic excellence and student growth. The role oversees training, game strategy, and developing a positive team culture within the school community.

The ideal candidate has prior head coaching experience at the high school or club level, strong leadership and communication skills, and a commitment to academics and personal growth for student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience at the high school or club level is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of lacrosse techniques, rules, and competitive strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement training programs.
• Lead daily practices and games.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and competitive team culture.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and school administration.
• Monitor and promote the academic and personal growth of student-athletes.
• Organize and oversee team events, fundraising, and community service initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all school and league policies.
• Manage all program administrative requirements.

Skills

CPR/AED/First Aid

Leadership

Communication

Motivation

Job description

Job Summary

The Poway Unified School District is seeking applications for the Boys Lacrosse Head Coach position at Del Norte High School.

Del Norte High School is committed to fostering a culture of excellence in athletics and academics. Our athletic program is dedicated to developing student-athletes not only in their athletic abilities but also in teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Head Coach to lead our team.

A perennial top Division 1 contender, Del Norte seeks a proven leader with previous head coaching experience at the high school or club level. The Head Coach is responsible for all aspects of the program, including administration, training and tactical development, and building culture that aligns with Del Norte High School.

Requirements / Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement training programs.
• Lead daily practices and games
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and competitive team culture.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and school administration.
• Monitor and promote the academic and personal growth of student-athletes.
• Organize and oversee team events, fundraising, and community service initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all school and league policies.
• Manage all program administrative requirements.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience at the high school or club level is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of techniques, rules, and competitive strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification is required
• Must pass background checks as required by the school district.

Comments And Other Information

The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived protected characteristics under the law, including but not limited to ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, immigration status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406, 858-521-2800, extension 2121.