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Head Varsity Coach - Girls Lacrosse

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Berkeley, CA (In Person)

Part-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 6 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/29/2026

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Job Description

Head Varsity Coach - Girls Lacrosse at Berkeley Unified School District Print Application Deadline 6/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/27/2026 Contact Ross Parker Number of Openings 1

Salary Single Rate Stipend:

$4,200 (plus $250 NCS playoff bonus)

Stipend Length of Work Year Spring Season, Through Mid-May Employment Type Part Time Job Summary Job Summary Job Description:

Berkeley High School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Varsity Coach to lead our Girls Lacrosse program. Under the supervision of the Athletic Department, the Head Coach is responsible for the overall organization and management of both the Varsity and Junior Varsity levels. This is a unique opportunity to "reset" and build a vertically aligned program culture grounded in sportsmanship, skill development, and positive student-athlete experiences.

Major Responsibilities:

Program Leadership:

Oversee all aspects of the girls' lacrosse program, ensuring a consistent culture and philosophy from JV through Varsity levels.

Staff Management:

Recruit, hire, and manage a staff of assistant coaches and volunteers. The Head Coach has an additional $9,450 budget specifically for building out these staffs.

Compliance:

Ensure the program follows all rules and regulations of the CIF, NCS, WACC, and Berkeley Unified School District.

Coaching & Mentorship:

Teach fundamental skills, physical conditioning, and game strategies while modeling the principles of the Positive Coaching Alliance's "Double-Goal Coach" description (striving to win while teaching life lessons).

Administration:

Manage team rosters, build full-season schedules, and oversee the care, inventory, and storage of all uniforms and equipment.

Facility Management:

Coordinate with the Athletic Department regarding practice times and help maintain the quality and upkeep of team facilities.

Safety:

Prioritize student-athlete well-being, including injury mitigation, proper warm-up techniques, and following all school disciplinary and safety policies.

Requirements:

Ability to set a positive example for athletes through appropriate language, respect for officials, and good sportsmanship. Commitment to the academic success and character development of student-athletes. Demonstrated knowledge of lacrosse strategies and fundamental skills. Current coaching certif Requirements / Qualifications For more information on Requirements/Qualifications, please contact the employer. Comments and Other Information For more information on Comments and Other Information, please contact the employer. Links Related To This Job BUSD Human Resources Union Contracts, Calendars, and Salary Schedules CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits

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