Girls Lacrosse JV Assistant Coach

Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115; United States; On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Forest High School seeks a Girls Lacrosse JV Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach in organizing, coordinating, and promoting quality coaching aligned with the LFHS mission. The role focuses on student-athlete instruction, program management, and creating a positive learning environment.

The position requires IHSA-related certifications or teaching credentials, AED/CPR, and adherence to district policies.

Qualifications

• IHSA sport requires Illinois Teaching Certificate registered in Lake County, ASEP or NFHS coaching certification.
• AED/CPR certification must be current and IHSA annual requirements met.
• Coaches must maintain IHSA coaching certification in yearly cycle.
• Adherence to LFHS athletic policies and code of conduct.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates excellence in creating, supporting, and managing meaningful experiences for student-athletes
• Maintains the ability to make rational, sound decisions under stressful conditions
• Interacts and communicates effectively, professionally, and transparently with a variety of audiences (parents, staff, and students)
• Communicates and enforces clear expectations for athlete conduct and accountability
• Ensures active supervision of student-athletes during all team events and transit - to proactively manage a safe and respectful environment
• Operates strictly within school policies and implements regulations developed by the district
• Abides by the LFHS Athletic Code of Conduct at all times

Skills

Coaching

Student supervision

Communication skills

Education

Illinois Teaching Certificate

ASEP certificate

NFHS coaching certification

AED/CPR certification

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching


• Date Posted: 11/10/2026


• Location: Lake Forest High School


• Date Available: 03/01/2027


• Closing Date: 12/18/2026

Lake Forest High School is seeking a Girls Lacrosse JV Assistant Coach.

Description

The Girls Lacrosse JV Assistant Coach will assist the Head Coach to organize, coordinate, and promote quality coaching under the direction of the Varsity Head Coach while carrying out the LFHS Mission and philosophy of the Athletic Department. The Coach will provide effective instruction and assist with program management, demonstrate leadership that will ensure a positive learning environment for student-athletes, and will stress the importance of educational based athletics as a top priority. The Coach will supervise and oversee the girls participating in the lacrosse program at LFHS. The Coach will demonstrate a high degree of ethics, professionalism, and be a positive role model for all student-athletes.

Qualifications

• All coaches in an IHSA sport must hold a current Illinois Teaching Certificate registered in Lake County, ASEP certificate (American Sport Education Program) or have completed an approved National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) coaching certification program.


• Coaches must maintain current AED/CPR certification and meets all IHSA coaching certification annual requirements.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates excellence in creating, supporting, and managing meaningful experiences for student-athletes


• Maintains the ability to make rational, sound decisions under stressful conditions


• Interacts and communicates effectively, professionally, and transparently with a variety of audiences (parents, staff, and students)


• Communicates and enforces clear expectations for athlete conduct and accountability


• Ensures active supervision of student-athletes during all team events and transit - to proactively manage a safe and respectful environment


• Operates strictly within school policies and implements regulations developed by the district


• Abides by the LFHS Athletic Code of Conduct at all times

Salary and Benefits

• Per 2023-2028LFEA CBA. No additional benefits associated with this position

For additional information, please contact the Athletic Director, Mr. Tim Burkhalter at [e-mail].

To learn more about Lake Forest High School, visit our website at www.lakeforestschools.org.

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