Leadership-Driven Varsity Girls Softball Head Coach

Lake-Forest-School-District; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 3,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Forest High School seeks a Varsity Girls Softball Head Coach to organize, coordinate, and promote quality coaching in line with LFHS’s Athletic Department philosophy. The role involves instruction, program management, and leadership to create a positive, education‑based athletic environment for student‑athletes.

Requirements include a current Illinois Teaching Certificate (Lake County) or NFHS/AESP coaching certification, plus AED/CPR and IHSA certification maintenance.

Qualifications

• Coaches must hold a current Illinois Teaching Certificate registered in Lake County, ASEP or NFHS coaching certification.
• Maintain AED/CPR certification and meet IHSA coaching certification requirements annually.

Responsibilities

• Create, support, and manage meaningful experiences for student‑athletes.
• Make rational decisions under stress.
• Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and students.
• Enforce clear expectations for athlete conduct and accountability.
• Ensure active supervision during all team events and transit.
• Operate within school policies and district regulations.
• Abide by LFHS Athletic Code of Conduct at all times.

Skills

AED/CPR certification

Coaching

Education

Illinois Teaching Certificate (Lake County)

ASEP or NFHS coaching certification

Job description

Lake Forest High School seeks a Varsity Girls Softball Head Coach to organize, coordinate, and promote quality coaching in line with LFHS’s Athletic Department philosophy. The role involves instruction, program management, and leadership to create a positive, education‑based athletic environment for student‑athletes.

Requirements include a current Illinois Teaching Certificate (Lake County) or NFHS/AESP coaching certification, plus AED/CPR and IHSA certification maintenance.