Athletics Program Director for Boys Lacrosse en Menlo School
Menlo School · Atherton, Estados Unidos De América · Onsite
- Senior
- Oficina en Atherton
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.
Minimum Requirements:
- 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 SPORT
Pursue 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, creativity, and resilience.
Equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging are at the core of our institutional values. Here, we aim to nurture a culture of kindness, trust, and belonging where every member of our community feels welcomed, valued, and included. We are committed to honoring diverse backgrounds, identities, and ideas by engaging with curiosity, care, and compassion. We strive to ensure all flourish as a full participant in the life of the School and leave a lasting legacy as their best and authentic selves. A deep sense of belonging, grounded in our shared values of kindness, curiosity, empathy, and respect, is at the heart of these endeavors.
Our equal opportunity employment policy:
Menlo School is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants. We administer all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or domestic partnership status, disability, protected veteran status or military status, genetic information, or any other category protected under applicable law.
Pay range:
In the spirit of pay transparency we share the base salary range for this position for the 2025-2026 academic year. The full pay range, which encompasses all experience levels, is $90,000 to $140,000 annually. Within this broad range, we pay each employee in accordance with what could be reasonably expected based on an individual's experience level. Base salary is exclusive of fringe benefits, retirement plan employer contributions or potential stipends (for eligible employees). Pay ranges at Menlo are reasonable estimates of what the School anticipates paying for a role but are not guaranteed. If hired at Menlo School, your final base salary will be determined by factors such as skills, education, experience, job level, part-time status and number of months of work per academic year. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity with our current employees as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the generous range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical for Menlo School in order to allow for future and continued salary growth.
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