Varsity Girls Softball Head Coach

Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Forest High School is seeking a Varsity Girls Softball Head Coach to lead and develop a competitive program.

The coach will organize practices, supervise student-athletes, and promote the LFHS mission while maintaining high ethical standards and academic focus.

Qualifications

• Illinois Teaching Certificate registered in Lake County is required.
• AED/CPR certification must be current.
• NFHS coaching certification or equivalent approved program required.

Responsibilities

• Organize, coordinate, and promote quality coaching aligned with LFHS mission.
• Provide effective instruction and assist with program management.
• Demonstrate leadership to ensure a positive, educational-based athletic environment.
• Supervise and oversee girls participating in the softball program.
• Adhere to the LFHS Athletic Code of Conduct at all times.

Skills

AED/CPR certification

ASEP certification

NFHS coaching certification

Education

Illinois Teaching Certificate (IHSA)

Tools

IHSA coaching certification requirements

Job description

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
  
• Date Posted:
  8/27/2026
  
• Location:
  Lake Forest High School
  
• Date Available:
  02/22/2027
  
• Closing Date:
  11/06/2026
  

Lake Forest High School is seeking a Varsity Girls Softball Head Coach.

Description

The Varsity Girls Softball Head Coach will organize, coordinate, and promote quality coaching while carrying out the LFHS Mission and philosophy of the Athletic Department. The Varsity Girls Softball Head Coach will provide effective instruction and assist with program management, demonstrate leadership that will ensure a positive learning environment for student-athletes, and will stress the importance of educational based athletics as a top priority. The Varsity Girls Softball Head Coach will supervise and oversee the girls participating in the girls softball program at LFHS. The Varsity Girls Softball Head Coach will demonstrate a high degree of ethics, professionalism, and be a positive role model for all student-athletes.

Qualifications

• All coaches in an IHSA sport must hold a current Illinois Teaching Certificate registered in Lake County, ASEP certificate (American Sport Education Program) or have completed an approved National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) coaching certification program.
• Coaches must maintain current AED/CPR certification and meets all IHSA coaching certification annual requirements.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates excellence in creating, supporting, and managing meaningful experiences for student-athletes
• Maintains the ability to make rational, sound decisions under stressful conditions
• Interacts and communicates effectively, professionally, and transparently with a variety of audiences (parents, staff, and students)
• Communicates and enforces clear expectations for athlete conduct and accountability
• Ensures active supervision of student-athletes during all team events and transit - to proactively manage a safe and respectful environment
• Operates strictly within school policies and implements regulations developed by the district
• Abides by the LFHS Athletic Code of Conduct at all times

Salary and Benefits

• Per 2023-2028LFEA CBA. No additional benefits associated with this position

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