Lacrosse Coaching Jobs
How to Get Hired & Pay Guide
Discover lacrosse coaching jobs nationwide and learn what programs look for. Whether you're building a varsity culture, running a high-tempo offense, or developing defenders and goalies, CoachBridge helps you find real head and assistant lacrosse coach openings.
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Featured Lacrosse Coaching Jobs
Explore real lacrosse coaching opportunities from schools, clubs, and college programs. These featured listings highlight the kinds of roles coaches pursue—positions where you can develop stick skills, team defense, transition play, and competitive confidence.
- Boys Lacrosse Head Coach – Phoenix, AZ
- Girls Lacrosse Assistant Coach – Denver, CO
- High School Lacrosse Coach – Chicago, IL
- College Assistant Lacrosse Coach – Southern California
- Club Lacrosse Coach – Columbus, OH
What Lacrosse Coaching Roles Are Available?
Lacrosse programs rely on coaches who can teach fundamentals, build clear systems, and develop athletes mentally and physically. Roles exist for new and experienced coaches alike.
Head Lacrosse Coach
Leads program culture, practice planning, systems (offense/defense/clearing/riding), player development, and game management. Head coaches handle tryouts, lineups, film review, and communication with families and administrators.
Assistant Lacrosse Coach
Supports drills, small-group development, scouting, and sideline management. Assistant roles are a great entry point for former players and first-time coaches building experience.
Offensive / Defensive Coordinator
Many teams split responsibilities across staff. Coordinators install systems, build game plans, and lead film sessions focused on decision-making, spacing, and team concepts.
Specialty Coach
Some programs and clubs hire coaches who specialize in:
- Goalie training
- Faceoff development
- Draw control (girls)
- Transition & clearing
Specialty coaching is common in club and high-performance environments.
Club & Travel Lacrosse Coaches
Club lacrosse is competitive and often year-round. Coaches lead training sessions, plan tournaments, and help athletes develop faster through consistent reps and structured coaching.
College Lacrosse Positions
Colleges hire head coaches, paid assistants, volunteer assistants, and graduate assistants. Responsibilities often include recruiting, player development, scouting, and travel management.
Qualifications Needed to Coach Lacrosse
Requirements vary, but most programs look for coaches who can teach safely, communicate clearly, and build athletes who understand the game—not just individual skills.
Coaches should understand stick skills, spacing, transition, riding/clearing, defensive concepts, and game management. Playing experience helps, but teaching, structure, and accountability matter just as much.
Effective lacrosse coaches teach clearly, stay composed, and build a culture of effort and growth. Programs value coaches who can manage groups, develop athletes, and lead under pressure.
School-based roles often require First Aid/CPR/AED, concussion training, and district or state-required safety courses, plus a cleared background check.
Most youth, school, and club programs require a cleared background check before you work with athletes.
If this feels like a lot, start with safety certifications and a role where you can learn under an experienced head coach. Momentum builds fast in lacrosse.
Do You Need a Degree to Coach Lacrosse?
Degree requirements differ by level, district, and organization. Many lacrosse coaching roles are open to coaches without education degrees—especially assistant, club, and youth roles.
High School Head Coaches
Many districts prefer or require a degree—especially when coaching is tied to a teaching role. Some schools hire non-teaching coaches based on experience, availability, and program fit.
Assistant Lacrosse Coaches
Most assistant roles do not require a degree. Reliability, safety training, and coaching ability tend to matter more than formal education.
Club & College Roles
Clubs and youth programs rarely require degrees. College roles vary—paid positions often prefer a degree, while volunteer and graduate assistant roles may be more flexible.
If you’re passionate about lacrosse and willing to learn, there’s almost always a starting point—degree or not.
How to Become a Lacrosse Coach (Step-by-Step)
Whether you’re transitioning from playing or stepping into coaching for the first time, these steps will help you build a strong foundation and move into the right role.
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Step 1: Learn Rules, Safety, & Game Flow
Understand core rules, substitution flow, contact and safety standards, and how to run a structured practice. Great coaches teach decision-making and habits—not just drills.
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Step 2: Complete Required Certifications
Knock out CPR/First Aid, concussion training, and any state or district-required safety courses. Background checks are common for school and youth roles.
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Step 3: Start With an Entry-Level Role
Great starting roles include assistant coach, JV coach, youth coach, or club assistant. You’ll learn practice flow, teaching cues, and program expectations quickly.
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Step 4: Build a Coaching Resume
Highlight playing history (if relevant), certifications, leadership, and your approach to player development. Include outcomes like program growth, culture building, or athlete progression.
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Step 5: Create a CoachBridge Profile
Centralize your lacrosse background, certifications, and coaching philosophy so program leaders can find you quickly.
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Step 6: Apply to Verified Lacrosse Coaching Jobs
Use CoachBridge to find head, assistant, and club roles without sifting through unrelated postings or expired listings.
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Step 7: Keep Growing
Watch film, attend clinics, refine your teaching cues, and learn how to build systems that match your athletes. The best coaches stay curious season after season.
You don’t need to be perfect to start—you just need to take the first step.
Build momentum one season at a time and let CoachBridge connect you with the right opportunities.
Lacrosse Coaching Salaries & Stipends
Compensation varies by level, region, and program budget. Lacrosse offers school-season stipends plus year-round income potential through club coaching, clinics, camps, and private training.
Typical Pay Ranges
Exact numbers vary by region, but many lacrosse roles fall into these ranges:
- High School Head Coach: $2,000–$7,000 per season
- Assistant Coach: $1,000–$3,500 per season
- JV / Development Coach: $800–$2,500 per season
- Club Lacrosse Coach: hourly, per-tournament, or seasonal rates
- College Assistant: stipend or salary (varies widely)
What Influences Pay?
Several factors impact how much you can earn as a lacrosse coach:
- Season length: spring seasons vs year-round club schedules.
- Program funding: booster support and district budgets vary.
- Experience level: established coaches may negotiate higher stipends.
- Added duties: offseason training, camps, or recruiting can increase earnings.
- Level: college roles may include added benefits depending on program.
Many lacrosse coaches also earn additional income through club work, clinics, and private lessons.
Where Lacrosse Coaches Work
Lacrosse coaches are hired across a wide range of environments, each offering different challenges and growth opportunities.
Schools & Districts
- Public high schools
- Private and charter schools
- Middle school and developmental programs
Clubs & Travel Programs
- Competitive club organizations
- Travel teams and regional circuits
- Training groups and specialty sessions
Colleges & Universities
- Small colleges and universities
- Junior colleges
- Four-year athletic programs
Camps & Training Academies
- Summer lacrosse camps
- Clinics and showcase prep
- Skill labs and performance training
Whatever level you coach, lacrosse offers meaningful ways to impact athletes and communities.
Your First Lacrosse Coaching Job Starts Here
Breaking into lacrosse coaching can be challenging—many roles are filled through networks and local connections. CoachBridge helps new coaches get noticed, even without existing connections.
Everyone starts somewhere—you shouldn’t need connections to begin.
Your first lacrosse coaching job may be closer than you think.
Lacrosse Coaching FAQs
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Start Coaching Lacrosse With Confidence
Lacrosse coaches help athletes grow in skill, confidence, and toughness. Whether you’re building a school program or developing club players, your impact goes far beyond the scoreboard.
CoachBridge connects you with real lacrosse coaching opportunities that match your experience and goals—across schools, clubs, and college programs.