Assistant Lacrosse Coach

Miami Country Day School is a college preparatory learning community dedicated to educating the whole child and fostering lifelong learning. Guided by core values of honor, respect, wisdom, and compassion, the school supports students in developing their intellectual, physical, aesthetic, social, emotional, and spiritual potential. Students, faculty, and families are encouraged to model integrity, empathy, and good judgment in daily actions and interactions.

As a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, Miami Country Day School emphasizes community, character, and service, providing a supportive environment for both academic and personal growth.

The Assistant Lacrosse Coach is a part time on-site role based in Miami Shores, FL. This role supports the Head Coach in planning and conducting practices, teaching fundamental and advanced lacrosse skills, and reinforcing game strategies. The assistant coach helps supervise student-athletes during training, games, and team events, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and positive environment aligned with the school’s core values.

Daily responsibilities include organizing drills, providing individual and group instruction, assisting with conditioning programs, and contributing to player development and performance evaluation. The role also involves collaborating with school staff, communicating with families as needed, and promoting academic and behavioral standards for all team members.

• Candidates should possess strong Communication skills, including clear instruction, constructive feedback, and effective collaboration with students, families, and colleagues.
• Candidates should possess Lacrosse-specific skills, including knowledge of rules, techniques, game tactics, and player development at the middle and high school levels.
• Candidates should possess Coaching and Training skills, including leading practices, developing conditioning plans, and fostering teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Candidates should possess Curriculum Development skills related to designing progressive practice plans and season-long development programs.
• Previous experience coaching or playing competitive lacrosse at the scholastic, club, or collegiate level is strongly preferred.
• Ability to support diverse learners, model the school’s core values, and maintain high standards of safety and professionalism is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, sports management, or a related field, or equivalent coaching experience, is beneficial.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification and familiarity with athletic department policies and student-athlete welfare are advantageous.