Head Girls Lacrosse Coach — Lead Faith-Driven Team

The Catholic Diocese of Trenton; Lawrence Township (NJ); On-site; USD 2,500 - 5,000; Full time

Job summary

Notre Dame High School, a ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Trenton, is seeking a Girls Head Lacrosse Coach to lead the program with faith, character, and competitive excellence.

The Head Coach provides instruction, oversight of staff, and ensures student-athlete safety and academic eligibility while upholding school policies and the Catholic mission.

Stipend is commensurate with experience; background checks and VIRTUS training are required.

Qualifications

• Prior coaching experience at the high school, club, or collegiate level (playing experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of lacrosse and commitment to athlete development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to the mission and values of a Catholic school; practicing Catholic preferred.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification and completion of NJSIAA coaching and safety training (or willingness to obtain before the season).
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and complete VIRTUS training.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead practices, games, conditioning, and off-season development
• Recruit, evaluate, and manage varsity, JV, and assistant coaching staff (as applicable)
• Teach sport-specific skills, strategy, and sportsmanship
• Supervise athletes at all team activities and ensure their safety and well-being
• Monitor academic eligibility and support athletes' academic success
• Manage equipment, rosters, schedules, travel, and program budget with the Athletic Director
• Communicate regularly and professionally with athletes, parents, and administration
• Comply with all NJSIAA, conference, Diocese of Trenton, and school policies
• Encourage participation in school liturgies, service, and community events

Skills

Coaching experience

Leadership

Communication

Catholic mission involvement

CPR/AED/First Aid

NJSIAA coaching training

Background check

VIRTUS training

Job description

Notre Dame High School, a ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Trenton, is seeking a Girls Head Lacrosse Coach to lead the program with faith, character, and competitive excellence.

The Head Coach provides instruction, oversight of staff, and ensures student-athlete safety and academic eligibility while upholding school policies and the Catholic mission.

Stipend is commensurate with experience; background checks and VIRTUS training are required.