Lacrosse Head Coach

About NDA

Our philosophy of education at Notre Dame Academy, a college preparatory school for young women in grades 7-12, is built on the belief that education should prepare students for their role as women in the world. We wish to provide Notre Dame students with the opportunity to become more aware of what is happening in their lives and to assume responsibility for themselves and their communities. In order to learn to make responsible choices, our students have the freedom to learn in a school dedicated to high academic standards and to involve themselves in the community, both utilizing its resources and serving its people.

Position Summary

Notre Dame Academy is seeking a dynamic and competitive Varsity Head Coach to lead the high school lacrosse program. NDA coaches are actively engaged in the community and embrace both the mission and values of St Julie Billiart, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, and the Academy. The role of the Lacrosse Coach is to be responsible for coaching, character development, and providing direction to student-athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork in lacrosse. This job requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student-athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents, and the community, as well as follow the mission of the school. Positive communication strategies, organizational skills, and safety awareness are key requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Following and upholding the policies and mission statement of Notre Dame Academy and communicating the vision of the Notre Dame Academy program to athletes and parents

Oversee the development of all levels of the lacrosse program.

Instructing and demonstrating skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development.

Coordinating parent meetings, tryouts, daily practice planning, game management, off-season programming, and community engagement

Work closely with the athletic director to ensure all school policies/procedures are being followed as they relate to athletic programs (eligibility, parent meetings, registrations, tryouts, scheduling, equipment inventory/collection, off-season training programs, etc.)

Work directly with athletic trainers and the athletic director to report injuries, teach precautions and procedures to ensure staff/student safety, and help students prevent injuries.

Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Ability to represent NDA appropriately to the NDA school community, local lacrosse community, press, and the broader community

Understand the necessary commitment, expectations, and pressures associated with being the head coach in a well-supported program.

Our philosophy of education at Notre Dame Academy, a college preparatory school for young women in grades 7-12, is built on the belief that education should prepare students for their role as women in the world. We wish to provide Notre Dame students with the opportunity to become more aware of what is happening in their lives and to assume responsibility for themselves and their communities. In order to learn to make responsible choices, our students have the freedom to learn in a school dedicated to high academic standards and to involve themselves in the community, both utilizing its resources and serving its people.

Position Summary

Notre Dame Academy is seeking a dynamic and competitive Varsity Head Coach to lead the high school lacrosse program. NDA coaches are actively engaged in the community and embrace both the mission and values of St Julie Billiart, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, and the Academy. The role of the Lacrosse Coach is to be responsible for coaching, character development, and providing direction to student-athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork in lacrosse. This job requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student-athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents, and the community, as well as follow the mission of the school. Positive communication strategies, organizational skills, and safety awareness are key requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Following and upholding the policies and mission statement of Notre Dame Academy and communicating the vision of the Notre Dame Academy program to athletes and parents

Oversee the development of all levels of the lacrosse program.

Instructing and demonstrating skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development.

Coordinating parent meetings, tryouts, daily practice planning, game management, off-season programming, and community engagement

Work closely with the athletic director to ensure all school policies/procedures are being followed as they relate to athletic programs (eligibility, parent meetings, registrations, tryouts, scheduling, equipment inventory/collection, off-season training programs, etc.)

Work directly with athletic trainers and the athletic director to report injuries, teach precautions and procedures to ensure staff/student safety, and help students prevent injuries.

Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Ability to represent NDA appropriately to the NDA school community, local lacrosse community, press, and the broader community

Understand the necessary commitment, expectations, and pressures associated with being the head coach in a well-supported program.

Position Type:Part-time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

• Equal Opportunity Employment
  
  Notre Dame Academy is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
  
  Job Requirements
  
  Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
  
  High school level (or higher) coaching experience preferred.
  
  First Aid / CPR / AED certification
  
  Completion of the NFHS Concussion in Sports Course
  
  Must be available for practice and game times which begin around 2:30 pm daily during the week.
  
  Understanding of and compliance with all MIAA/NFHS regulations and expectations
  
  Citizenship, residency or work visa required
  
  Physical Requirements and Work Environment
  
  Works in an environment with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
  
  Capable of moving and performing basic skill demonstrations during practice
  
  Able to carry equipment to and from sites throughout the season
  
  To apply, please email a resume, cover letter and three references to Laura Habacker, Athletic Director.
  
  Contact Information
  
  Laura Habacker
  
  Notre Dame Academy
  
  425 Salisbury Street
  
  Worcester, MA 01609
  
  employment@nda-worc.org
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Laura Habacker , Athletic Director
• 425 Salisbury Street
• Worcester, Massachusetts 01520
• Phone: 508-757-6200
• Email: