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Lake Forest School District

Varsity Assistant Competitive Dance Coach

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Lake Forest, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Coach works with individual athletes or with sports teams to develop skills and improve teamwork and competitive performance. Runs practice sessions and physical conditioning programs; assesses the strengths and weaknesses of players; plans strategies for games; motivates and encourage players and teaches good sportsmanship.

$39,911 / year median in Illinois

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Job Description

JobID:

3555

Position Type:

Athletics/Activities/Coaching Date Posted:

8/27/2026

Location:

Lake Forest High School Date Available:

10/26/2026

Closing Date:

10/02/2026 Lake Forest High School is seeking a Varsity Assistant Competitive Dance Coach.

Description:

The Varsity Assistant Competitive Coach will assist the Head Coach to organize, coordinate, and promote quality coaching under the direction of the Varsity Head Coach while carrying out the LFHS Mission and philosophy of the Athletic Department. The Coach will provide effective instruction and assist with program management, demonstrate leadership that will ensure a positive learning environment for student-athletes, and will stress the importance of educational based athletics as a top priority. The Coach will supervise and oversee the girls participating in the competitive dance program at LFHS. The Coach will demonstrate a high degree of ethics, professionalism, and be a positive role model for all student-athletes

Qualifications:

All coaches in an IHSA sport must hold a current Illinois Teaching Certificate registered in Lake County, ASEP certificate (American Sport Education Program) or have completed an approved National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) coaching certification program. Coaches must maintain current AED/CPR certification and meets all IHSA coaching certification annual requirements.

Essential Functions:

Demonstrates excellence in creating, supporting, and managing meaningful experiences for student-athletes Maintains the ability to make rational, sound decisions under stressful conditions Interacts and communicates effectively, professionally, and transparently with a variety of audiences (parents, staff, and students) Communicates and enforces clear expectations for athlete conduct and accountability Ensures active supervision of student-athletes during all team events and transit - to proactively manage a safe and respectful environment Operates strictly within school policies and implements regulations developed by the district Abides by the LFHS Athletic Code of Conduct at all times

Salary and Benefits:

Per 2023-2028 LFEA CBA. No additional benefits associated with this position

Application Procedure:

Interested candidates must apply online. Click here to access the online application. For additional information, please contact the Athletic Director, Mr. Tim Burkhalter at tburkhalter@lfschools.net. To learn more about Lake Forest High School, visit our website at www.lakeforestschools.org. To Inspire the Passion to Learn, the Insight to Know Oneself, and the Courage to Make a Difference