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Athletics Program Director for Boys Lacrosse
Menlo SchoolUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Sept 2025
💰 $140,000/yr($90,000/yr – $140,000/yr)
About the role
Menlo School is seeking an exceptional coach to lead, support and manage all phases of the Boys Lacrosse program. The successful candidate will have competitive lacrosse coaching experience either at the high school, college and/or elite club level, the ability to teach lacrosse fundamentals, conduct productive practices, and develop a strong program to improve the skills of lacrosse players of varying abilities. This is a 12 month, full time position.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provide the organization, direction, and administration of the boys lacrosse teams from grades 6-12.
- Plan and conduct effective training sessions.
- Schedule contests, and ensure transportation is arranged.
- Hire assistant lacrosse coaches and provide structure and leadership.
- Stay current with Athletics rules and policies within the WCAL and CCS.
- In conjunction with the conditioning staff, develop an off-season conditioning and practice program that will enhance the progress of the players.
- Coach Middle School athletics.
- Work collaboratively and effectively with the Athletic Trainers, Sports Performance Coaches, other coaches, Facilities personnel and others in the Department.
- Ability to work with parents, faculty, staff and students in a constructive manner - even under stressful conditions.
- Ability to both represent as well as teach the school’s Mission and Values as an integral part of the educational experience.
- Exemplify and teach the values of the Menlo Athletic Department (attached)
- Provide event supervision as needed.
- Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.
- At least three years prior lacrosse coaching experience at the high school, college and/or elite club level.
- Experience that includes knowledge of National Federation High School (NFHS) rules and regulations of the sport and a knowledge of adolescent psychology as it relates to sports participation is preferred.
- Prior Head coaching experience is highly desirable.
- Possession of valid, unexpired CPR, and First Aid certifications.
- NFHS coach certification.
MENLO SCHOOL ATHLETICS VALUES: LIFE LESSONS THROUGH SPORTPursue Excellence
- Embrace and celebrate competitive excellence while taking responsibility for meeting the highest standards in both academics and athletics.
- Develop a growth mindset, build resiliency, and commit to continual improvement.
- Find joy in the process.
Celebrate Team
- Develop a sense of commitment to purposes larger than yourself.
- Cherish the legacy you’re inheriting and recognize that it is a privilege to play sport at Menlo School.
- Recognize that everyone on the team is valuable, and treat them accordingly.
Honor the Game
- Perform as ethical, responsible, and engaged members of ever-wider communities.
- Celebrate and honor your team, officials, opponents, school, fans and sport.
- Strive to compete at your highest level possible.
Uphold Strong Values
- Exhibit courage, appreciate inclusiveness and diversity, and commit to moral behavior.
- Act with integrity.
- Lead responsibly, with humility, honor, fairness, honesty, virtue, and character.
To be considered for this position please submit your resume and cover letter through our portal.We look forward to hearing from you!About us:Menlo School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for students in grades six through twelve. Located in Atherton, California, and established in 1915, the School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the National and California Associations of Independent Schools.At Menlo, we challenge, support, excite, and empower our students to pursue academic excellence, develop deep curiosity, and fall in love with learning through the exploration of an engaging academic curriculum and outstanding creative arts and athletics offerings. Our program is constantly evolving to ensure a relevant and responsive experience that prepares students to be ethical, high-character individuals who are equipped to meet the world’s most pressing challenges with integrity, c
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