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Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach at CoachCorner

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Job Description

Head Lacrosse Coach

School: The Bay School of San Francisco
Season: February 9 - May 1
Compensation: $8,500 (seasonal stipend)

Position Overview

The Bay School of San Francisco is seeking a Head Lacrosse Coach to lead and grow our boys' lacrosse program. This is a development-focused team made up of 15-20 student athletes in grades 9-12, with a wide range of experience-from multi-year players to those new to the sport.

Our goal is to build a strong foundation and culture that supports student growth, positive athletic experiences, and long term competitiveness as we work toward becoming a more competitive varsity program in the coming years.

Practice Schedule
  • Mondays & Wednesdays: 4:00-6:00 PM
  • Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays: Between 3:00-6:00 PM (dependent on field availability)
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead all aspects of the boys' lacrosse program during the spring season
  • Plan and run engaging, well structured practices that support players of varying skill levels
  • Develop fundamental lacrosse skills, game understanding, and team strategies
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable team culture
  • Emphasize student athlete growth, sportsmanship, and teamwork
  • Create a supportive environment where both new and experienced players can thrive
  • Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school administration
  • Ensure player safety and adherence to school and league policies
  • Manage game day preparation, lineups, and in game coaching
Qualifications
  • Lacrosse coaching or playing experience at the youth, high school, club, or collegiate level (all experience levels considered)
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Passion for teaching and mentoring student athletes
  • Ability to work with athletes of mixed abilities and experience levels
  • Commitment to building a culture of accountability, respect, and teamwork
Preferred Attributes
  • Experience coaching development focused or growing programs
  • Positive, growth minded coaching philosophy
  • Interest in helping shape the long term vision of a school lacrosse program
Why Coach at The Bay School
  • Opportunity to shape and grow a developing program
  • Supportive school community focused on student development
  • Competitive seasonal stipend
  • Meaningful impact on student athletes both on and off the field

Typical senior pay: $62k for Coaches and Scouts nationally

National salary averages
Expected senior-level
$62k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$27k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $94k

Top performers earn significantly more—skill and negotiation matter.

Senior roles pay 82% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.

Strong candidate leverage

Strong hiring activity gives you options. Use competing offers strategically.

Hiring leverage
Candidate-favored
Wage leverage
Balanced
Mobility
Good mobility

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Senior candidates with options

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Growth + pay upside

Both the field and your earnings can grow significantly.

+6%
10yr growth
A bachelor's degree is typically expected.
Typical: Bachelor's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024