What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Head - Girls Lacrosse position at Seattle Preparatory School?
Seattle Preparatory School is a Catholic, Jesuit college preparatory school with an enrollment of about 790 students in grades 9-12. We embrace the Ignatian ideals that God may be found in all things, that each person is sacred and that we are created to serve others in community. Our mission is to form discerning, transformational leaders who are intellectually competent, spiritually alive, open to growth, loving, and committed to justice.
The Prep community is connected by a common mission. Our strength is in our 132-year history, 13 decades of graduates, and 1 purpose to educate young men and women in the Catholic, Jesuit tradition to go forth and set the world on fire. On our 5-acre property, tucked away on the North-end of Capitol Hill, Seattle Preparatory School strives to not only provide our students with a transformative education, but also do the necessary work to form compassionate, resilient, and service-driven men and women for others. As a Catholic, Jesuit institution we embody the Ignatian ideals that God may be found in all things, that each person is sacred and that we are created to serve others in our community. Established in 1891, our goal is to continue our mission for generations to come.
Purpose:
Jesuit education, also known as Ignatian education, is an approach to education inspired by the teachings and principles of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), a Catholic religious order. Jesuit education is known for its emphasis on intellectual rigor, moral and ethical development, and the holistic formation of individuals. Jesuit education is not limited to Catholic students, and our own and many more Jesuit institutions welcome students of various religious backgrounds. The principles of Jesuit education have been influential in the development of a well-rounded, values-based approach to education that extends beyond the classroom and into the broader community.
Seattle Prep is hiring a part-time Program Head for Girls Lacrosse. The position’s primary responsibility, under direction of the Athletic Director, is to lead all functions of the sport, building a staff, forming a team, and developing a schedule that will help Seattle Prep run a program that lives out the school’s mission while competing at the top level in the sport.
Coming off a State runner-up performance in 2024 and set to return all but three girls from that team, our girls lacrosse program is among the strongest in the State of Washington. With a full Junior Varsity team and the ability to focus entirely on high school aged student-athletes (no feeder program logistics to deal with), this is a program brimming with current and future potential. Couple that with the full support of the Athletic Department (lacrosse is managed and operated as any other high school sport at Prep), this is a great opportunity for someone to dive in and just worry about growing and developing outstanding young women in a sport they love.
- Demonstrate a passion for coaching and deep knowledge of the sport.
- Lead all levels of the program, developing a strong culture that permeates throughout the program.
- Effectively teach team and individual strategies and techniques.
- Be able to clearly communicate to all constituents in the program.
- Manage the program budget, including uniforms, local and travel competitions, and more.
- Work with other Program Heads to foster a culture of multisport participation, prioritizes physical strength development and emphasizes mental health.
- Assist in maintaining and maximizing a strong partnership with our Boys Lacrosse program.
- Build a calendar of activities for both in- and out-of-season activities which maximizes available time, focuses on long term health and fitness, and prioritizes success in a strong academic setting.
- Represent Seattle Prep, the athletic department and the lacrosse program at a variety of on- and off-campus marketing and networking events.
- Seek continuing education opportunities (clinics, attending college practices, working camps, etc).
- Maintain compliance with all Seattle Preparatory School, WSLA, US Lacrosse and other applicable rules and regulations.
- All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to Prep’s mission and values, especially as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
- Supportive of the mission of a Catholic, Jesuit high school and formation of the whole person
- Experience and Expertise in the sport
- Prior coaching experience at the high school or college level (preferred.)
- 21 years of age or older
- Possess a valid driver’s Washington Driver’s License
- Seeking continuing education opportunities in the sport
- Available for all practice sessions, workouts, competitions and related meetings
- Current First Aid and CPR certifications
- All employees must complete a criminal history background check and safe environment training upon hire and every 3 years
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary Range: $8,705 - 14,020 annually. Salary is determined based on skills and qualifications.
Application Process:
Please submit a resume and cover letter online: https://www.seaprep.org/about-prep/employment
Seattle Preparatory School does not discriminate in its employment decisions or practices on the basis of gender, age, race, color, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or any disability which can be reasonably accommodated in the administration of its educational policies and school administered programs.
Salary : $8,705 - $14,020
