Girls Lacrosse Coach (Middle School)

University School of Nashville seeks a dynamic and highly motivated Middle School Head Girls Lacrosse Coach for the upcoming season. Ideal coaching candidates must have playing experience at the high school, club, and/or college level. Previous coaching experience is preferred but not required. Qualified candidates should have weekday afternoon availability during the spring lacrosse season which runs from February 18 through May 2, between the hours of 2:30pm - 6:00pm. This is a paid, part-time position, reporting to the Athletic Director.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement a training program that advances individual and team performance skills to support the achievement of the programs purpose.
• Advance each student-athletes level of knowledge with regard to sport nutrition, biomechanics, exercise science, and sport psychology as it relates to improving sport performance.
• Design a competitive schedule that maximizes athlete development and performance.
• Conform to the highest standards of professional conduct regarding compliance with department and institutional policies and procedures and adherence to the rules and regulations of state athletic association.
• Demonstrate master teaching competencies with regard to (a) sport skill instruction, (b) motivation, and (c) coaching skills during competitive events.
• Relate well to officials, high school coaches, parents, the media, alumni, donors, and the public.
• Provide strong leadership in the personal development of student-athletes as demonstrated by high standards of behavior.
• Demonstrate a high level of involvement in the personal and academic development of student-athletes through the support of the departments academic and personal development programs serving those student-athletes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent recommended but not required.
• Previous playing experience required.
• Previous coaching experience recommended.