HS Asst. Boys' Lacrosse Coach (202)

Henrico County Public Schools is the sixth-largest public school division in Virginia. The division serves more than 50,000 students in its 72 schools and program centers. Our nearly 7,000 full-time employees include 3,800 teachers. Students and parents speak more than 85 languages and represent more than 100 countries. Academic excellence, innovation, and opportunity are hallmarks of Henrico County Public Schools. The division led the Richmond region in schools earning the 2017 Virginia Index of Performance awards for advanced learning and achievement. HCPS also leads central Virginia in teachers certified by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, the profession's highest mark of accomplishment.

Our Mission: Henrico County Public Schools, an innovative leader in educational excellence, will actively engage our students in diverse learning experiences that inspire and empower them to become contributing citizens.

The head coach is responsible for the overall management of the program, including planning for practices and games, overseeing team equipment, recruiting and selecting players, preparing and implementing game strategies, and fostering teamwork and sportsmanship.

Essential Duties:

• Compliance: Adheres to HCPS and Virginia High School League (VHSL) regulations, including eligibility requirements and safety standards.
• Team Management: Organizes team logistics, such as transportation, equipment, uniforms, and schedules for practices and games.
• Player Recruitment: Evaluates and selects student-athletes through tryouts, assessing their skills and potential fit for the team.
• Player Evaluation: Assesses both individual and team performance throughout the season, providing constructive feedback.
• Communication: Maintains open lines of communication with athletes, parents, and school officials regarding schedules, expectations, and team updates.
• Accountability: Keeps the school athletic director (AD) informed about all aspects of the athletic program's development and management.
• Assistant Coach Oversight: Selects, trains, and evaluates assistant coaches
• Fundraising and Fiscal Management: Organizes fundraising activities and manages the team’ budget in accordance with county and district regulations and policies.
• Professional Development: Seeks opportunities for training and education to stay current on coaching strategies, techniques, and regulations.

• Demonstrated ability to support management program through previous experience as a coach or player.
• Previous coaching experience, knowledge of the sport, and current understanding of coaching techniques and strategies.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to mentor and motivate student-athletes.
• Candidates with college experience encouraged to apply

This vacancy is open until filled. Please refer any questions to Mr. Thomas Nadeau, Student Activities Director at Godwin HS, at (804) 750-2600 or by email trnadeau@henrico.k12.va.us.

• Minimum Salary - $2,550.11/Season

To be considered for this vacancy, you should upload an updated coaching resume to our online recruiting platform at henricoschools.us/careers/.

Mailing Address: Henrico County Public Schools

Department of Human Resources

P. O. Box 23120

3820 Nine Mile Road

Henrico, VA 23223

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