Open Positions
Lacrosse Director/ MS Coach
WORK HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:
Cumberland Academy lacrosse encourages you to consider coaching with us for the upcoming fall and spring seasons. Cumberland Academy lacrosse seeks energetic coaches with a strong knowledge of lacrosse, skill development, and coaching techniques as well as a demonstrated ability to lead and inspire young athletes. In particular, we are looking for a candidate that is positive minded and encouraging that can serve as a role model.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Working closely with the Head Varsity Boys Lacrosse Coach, the Middle School/High School lacrosse coach is responsible for supporting various aspects of the lacrosse program, such as program development, training, and coaching team members. The coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Cumberland Academy. Liaison to the school and lacrosse community. Organizations of district wide lacrosse activities including P.E. curriculum, Clinics, skills, camps, practices, and game day events
Middle and High school coach (Floating between and being wherever needed throughout the season), Purchasing and inventory, and PR/media coordinating
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:
- Possess and maintain a coaching philosophy that is in accordance with the mission of Cumberland Academy
- A strong commitment to the student-athlete concept;
- 3-5 years of Coaching experience
- Effective leadership, coaching and recruiting skills;
- Good communication skills with players, parents, and the athletic department;
- A valid driver’s license.
- Bachelor's Degree Required
- Valid Texas Teaching Certification
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Encourage, train, and coach the participants of the Middle School lacrosse program (Grades 7-8) and High School Program (9-12);
- Collaborate with the Varsity boys lacrosse coach as needed;
- Organize practice sessions;
- Represent Cumberland Academy and the lacrosse program in a professional manner and within the bounds of good sportsmanship.
Send Resume to: Cumberland Academy Human Resources
Human Resources, 7200 Paluxy Drive, Tyler, TX 75703 903.405.1399 hr@cumberlandacademy.com or Bboyce@cumberlandacademy.com