High School Boys Lacrosse Assistant Coach – Growth & Leadership

Ponaganset High; Glocester (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Ponaganset High School in Glocester, Rhode Island is seeking an Assistant Lacrosse Coach for after-school/evening hours. The coach will develop players’ lacrosse skills, emphasize discipline, teamwork, and academics, and collaborate with the Athletic Director and other coaches.

The role requires adherence to RIIL rules, a strong coaching background, and completion of mandatory NFHS and BCI certifications. Candidates must meet district requirements and maintain safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching adolescent age students in competitive sports.
• Completion of required Rhode Island coaching certifications.
• Must obtain updated National and State BCI Check and First Aid/CPR/AED.
• NFHS Coaching courses completed and maintained annually.

Responsibilities

• Coaches individual participants, small groups and teams in lacrosse skills.
• Supervises team members and team activities at all times.
• Knows and applies RI Interscholastic League Regulations and district policies.
• Monitors academic performance and emphasizes academics alongside athletics.
• Acts as a role model demonstrating respect for officials and teammates under pressure.
• Works with athletic director and other coaches on scheduling practices and games.
• Informs athletic director about facility, equipment, and uniform conditions.
• Communicates team updates and issues with the athletic director.
• Notifies athletic director about safety concerns and potential risks.
• Delegates coaching tasks to assistants and volunteers.

Skills

Coaching adolescent athletes

Team leadership

Effective communication

Education

NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching

NFHS Concussion in Sports

NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest

First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

BCI/Background Check

Job description

Ponaganset High School in Glocester, Rhode Island is seeking an Assistant Lacrosse Coach for after-school/evening hours. The coach will develop players’ lacrosse skills, emphasize discipline, teamwork, and academics, and collaborate with the Athletic Director and other coaches.

The role requires adherence to RIIL rules, a strong coaching background, and completion of mandatory NFHS and BCI certifications. Candidates must meet district requirements and maintain safety standards.