Varsity Lacrosse Assistant Coach

The Agnes Irwin School, an all-girls' Pre-K through 12th grade independent school in the
Philadelphia suburbs, is committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of girls and
young women. Providing its students with a rigorous academic education, AIS is dedicated to
developing each student's highest potential in intellect, character, and physical well-being.
Currently, The Agnes Irwin School is seeking a part-time Varsity Lacrosse Assistant Coach
beginning February 24, 2025. This position will be responsible for developing the Upper School
lacrosse program under the direction of the Varsity Lacrosse Coach and Athletic Director.
Successful candidates will be committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of
students through the mission the mission of The Agnes Irwin School and its Core Values of
Strive for Excellence, Lead with Character, Nurture Passions and Wellbeing, Foster Trust and
Community, and Respect and Celebrate All.
The successful candidate will possess:
● Lacrosse coaching or teaching experience; previous competitive lacrosse experience
preferred
● Experience teaching lacrosse skills and strategies that apply to the skill level of the
student-athletes preferred
● Proven ability to exemplify the highest standard of leadership, sportsmanship and
respect
● Ability to attend all team practices and matches
● Knowledge of appropriate safety measures to ensure the well-being of student-athletes
● Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage
relationships at the administrative, student-athlete, and parent level

The ideal candidate:
● Embraces the Agnes Irwin School’s mission to empower each girl to learn, lead, and
live a legacy, and is committed to the ethos of girls’ education
● Will immerse themselves in the life of the school and share their talents
● Commits to continued development of cultural competency and necessary skills to
engage with and learn from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences
● Demonstrates a dedication to continuous growth and development in areas of
diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and commits to our DEIB Philosophy at
Agnes Irwin
● Is willing to engage across difference with empathy and understanding
● Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth and values