Head Girls Lacrosse Coach 2026-2027

SHERWOOD HIGH SCHOOL; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 8,800 - 87,709,000; Part time

Job summary

SHERWOOD HIGH SCHOOL seeks a Head Girls Lacrosse Coach to lead and develop a premier program, emphasizing academics, athletics, and community engagement. The role requires strong leadership, ethical standards, and the ability to serve as a public face for the program.

The successful candidate will coach and mentor student-athletes, oversee staff, and coordinate with the athletic department to ensure high performance and eligibility.

Qualifications

• Previous Head Coaching experience preferred.
• High ethical and professional standards.
• A thorough knowledge of lacrosse, skill development, and coaching techniques.
• The presence to be a role model for student athletes and the public face of the program.
• A commitment to the importance of academic excellence and achievement for all student-athletes in the program.
• Demonstrated ability to lead young athletes.
• A highly tuned ability to communicate effectively to a variety of stakeholders.
• Skill in organization, time management, and public relations.
• Employ good judgment in a variety of situations including emergencies

Responsibilities

• Hire and oversee a staff of assistant coaches with athletic director approval.
• Develop and implement an off-season program for athletes.
• Advocate for multi-sport athletes.
• Provide regular communication with parents/families.
• Regularly track the academic progress of all student athletes in the program and facilitate necessary supports to ensure their academic eligibility.
• Works effectively and collaborates with other athletic programs to ensure off season/summer opportunities.
• Hold all student athletes and coaching staff to high expectations.
• Help develop the youth program below the 9th grade level.
• Work with local media as needed and establish strong working relationships with community support groups.

Skills

Head coaching

Communication

Organization

Lacrosse knowledge

Student-athlete development

Public relations

Leadership

Emergency judgment

Job description

Head Girls Lacrosse Coach 2026-2027

SHERWOOD SD 88J SHERWOOD HIGH SCHOOL - Sherwood, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Sherwood School District 88J

Job Details

Job ID: 5936494

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 22, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Mar 1, 2027

Job Description

Sherwood High School seeks a highly qualified individual to serve as Head Girls Lacrosse Coach. A successful candidate will possess the following qualities:

• Previous Head Coaching experience preferred.
• High ethical and professional standards.
• A thorough knowledge of lacrosse, skill development, and coaching techniques.
• The presence to be a role model for student athletes and the public face of the program.
• A commitment to the importance of academic excellence and achievement for all student-athletes in the program.
• Demonstrated ability to lead young athletes.
• A highly tuned ability to communicate effectively to a variety of stakeholders.
• Skill in organization, time management, and public relations.
• Employ good judgment in a variety of situations including emergencies

The Sherwood Head Girls Lacrosse Coach will be responsible for the following:

• Hire and oversee a staff of assistant coaches with athletic director approval.
• Develop and implement an off-season program for athletes.
• Advocate for multi-sport athletes.
• Provide regular communication with parents/families.
• Regularly track the academic progress of all student athletes in the program and facilitate necessary supports to ensure their academic eligibility.
• Works effectively and collaborates with other athletic programs to ensure off season/summer opportunities.
• Hold all student athletes and coaching staff to high expectations.
• Help develop the youth program below the 9th grade level.
• Work with local media as needed and establish strong working relationships with community support groups.

Your application should include:

A cover letter detailing your experience related to this position and working with students. A minimum of three letters of recommendation. A minimum of three references complete with contact information.

If you have any questions, please contact Ryan Henderson, Athletic Director, Sherwood High School, at 503-825-6007.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Sherwood School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, parental or marital status, age, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA). Disabled persons may contact Human Resources at [phone] for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Relay at [phone].

Position Type: Part Time

Salary: $8,770 to $87,708,770 Per Year

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Contact Information

• Molly Lee , HR Specialist
• 23295 SW Main Street
• Sherwood, Oregon 97140
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]