Chicago Program Lead Coach and Mentor

Chicago Program Lead – True Lacrosse Foundation

Location: 123 N Pine Avenue, Chicago, IL (Austin neighborhood)

Job Type: Part-time | After-school hours

The Chicago Program Lead is a part-time, after-school role running Monday–Thursday from February through May, with a commitment of 9–12 hours per week and scheduling flexibility. This position offers competitive pay starting at $20/hour
, plus travel compensation. Program Leads play a vital role in delivering high-quality academic, mentorship, and lacrosse programming to students in under-resourced communities on Chicago’s West Side.

Program Leads are assigned to a partner school in the Austin neighborhood and work with students across multiple grade levels, including 3rd–4th grade, 5th–6th grade, and high school boys’ and girls’ programs.

Each afternoon begins with academic tutoring and mentorship, followed by team-building activities and introductory lacrosse instruction. This structure allows students to grow both academically and athletically while developing leadership, confidence, and teamwork skills.

• Provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring tailored to assigned students’ academic needs
• Serve as a positive mentor and role model, supporting students’ confidence, accountability, and leadership development
• Lead team-building activities and structured lacrosse practices focused on skill development and teamwork
• Collaborate with school partners, fellow staff, and Foundation leadership to deliver high-quality, consistent programming

• Prior experience in tutoring, teaching, or academic support
• Coaching experience preferred (lacrosse strongly preferred; other sports considered)
• Lacrosse playing or coaching background strongly preferred
• Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
• Reliable, energetic, and passionate about youth development

This role offers the opportunity to make a direct, meaningful impact on students’ academic growth, confidence, and future opportunities. You’ll join a supportive, mission-driven team committed to creating an environment where students and staff thrive.

We are proud to share that 100% of our staff report they would work here again, and we work hard to make this the best part of your week.

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