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Assistant Coach - Middle School

New Bedford Public School District

Location
New Bedford, Massachusetts
Employment type
part_time
Source
schoolspring
Posted
11/12/2026

Position:

  • Assistant Coach

Summary

  • The Middle School Co-Ed Lacrosse program is being added to our Middle School Sports offerings. The goal is to introduce middle school students to the game of lacrosse, and teach them the basic fundamentals of skills, rules and sportsmanship of the game.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in teaching all aspects of the sport through fundamentals in practice sessions.
  • Assist in recruiting athletes and maintain an active team roster and keep track of number of participants.
  • Develop and evaluate each athlete’s performance.
  • Attend all practices
  • Supervises the proper use of equipment and technique for the sport.
  • Ensures nondiscriminatory practices.
  • Other duties as assigned by the CDAM of Athletics or Middle School Sports Supervisor
  • Previous experience as a coach in specified sport or related participation in the sport preferred
  • Thorough knowledge of the game and current coaching techniques
  • Complete understanding of the rules, strategies, and regulations of the sport
  • Proven ability to coach and supervise student athletes
  • Must possess a current medication delegation training certificate or be willing to obtain one

Qualifications:

  • Complete Understanding of running and how to train athletes.
  • Some experience in Lacrosse preferred
  • Experience teaching, developing and coaching Cross-Country.
  • Middle School Teacher preferred.

Terms:

  • Reports to: School Principal or Designee
  • Dates: October 26, 2026 – November 20, 2026
  • Rate: $750/Stipend
    • Stipend will be prorated should the assistant coach start after the start date of the season