Head Coach - Boys Lacrosse

Downingtown Area School District; Uwchlan Township (PA); On-site; USD 5,100 - 6,900; Part time

Job summary

Downingtown High School East is seeking a Head Coach for Boys Lacrosse to lead practices, develop players, and foster teamwork and sportsmanship. This seasonal coaching position emphasizes safety, discipline, and dedication to student-athlete growth within the Downingtown Area School District.

The ideal candidate has lacrosse experience and a commitment to district values, with duties including practice planning, game management, and adherence to school policies during the Spring 2026-2027

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Lacrosse coaching experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide interactive and well-rounded lacrosse training.
• Schedule and lead practices and games.
• Model sportsmanship and promote safe sporting practices.
• Maintain compliance with district rules and regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Lacrosse experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Coaching/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 7/30/2026
• Location: Downingtown HS East
• Date Available: 03/08/2027

Position: HeadCoach - Boys Lacrosse
Location: Downingtown High School East
Pay Rate: $6,000.00
Benefits Eligible: No
Effective Date: Spring Season, 2026-2027school year
Anticipated start date: Approx. 3/8/2027
Requirements: Lacrosse experience required

At DASD, we are committed to sharing values of diversity and inclusion in order to achieve and sustain excellence in education. As a diverse district, we continually seek ways to strengthen our educational environment. We believe that we can best promote excellence by recruiting and retaining a diverse group of staff who bring various backgrounds and perspectives. Our ability to create and maintain a climate of respect is critical to attaining the best teaching and learning environment.

At the Downingtown Area School District we value our employees. We seek to hire new staff who:

• Communicate openly to build relationships and trust
• Partner with team members to see the TEAM succeed
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and seek ongoing opportunities for growth
• Embrace and support a safe and inclusive environment
• Eagerly and enthusiastically support student learning
• Strive to be kind and reflective
• Focus on the solution and put people first
• Lead by example!

Job Summary: Duties include providing interactive and well-rounded training, observing players' approaches and outlining corrective techniques, and endeavoring to minimize preventable injuries. Head coaches will schedule and spearhead practices, outline all rules and accompanying expectations, bolster teamwork and camaraderie, model commendable sportsmanship, and encourage safe sporting practices.

Qualifications: To successfully perform this position, a person must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. The qualification requirements listed below represent minimum levels of educational achievement, training, skills and/or ability necessary.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous coaching experience preferred
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Must successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal recordcheck requirements
• Candidate must adhere to all local, state, federal, and school code requirements for employment
• Must meet DASD procedures for transporting students (including motor vehicle record check; please see attached documents for more information)