The staff at MetroLacrosse are a highly motivated, hard-working, diverse group of individuals who enjoy the challenge of working for a small non-profit organization. MetroLacrosse seeks individuals who have a passion for and commitment to improving the quality of education and the number of opportunities for children living in low-income communities, have strong written and verbal communication skills, and who are very well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-focused environment.
Assistant Lacrosse Coach - Stipend/ Class Credit Internship
Roles and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a Program Manager, the part-time Assistant Lacrosse Coach (Intern) will provide support to the program team, primarily in the areas of coaching and managing Spring programs for the Rookie (3-4th Grade), Youth (5-6th Grade) Junior (7-8th Grade) and High School (9-12th Grade) teams. We offer both boys and girls programming. Employment is for the spring season (April – June).
Responsibilities include:
- Serve as an Assistant Lacrosse Coach for urban youth and teens in Boston and Chelsea;
- Assist Program Managers in all logistics and administrative tasks related to managing MetroLacrosse’s Rookie, Youth, Junior and High School programs;
- Attend all Coaches Trainings as assigned;
- Plan and execute weekly practices and games with a focus on character and lacrosse development;
- Assist Program Managers with planning and implementing events and tournaments;
- Uphold MetroLacrosse’s culture and traditions to foster positive youth development through sports-based programming;
- Consistent and dependable coaching leadership is of high importance to MetroLacrosse staff and player participants
Skills and Qualifications
The Assistant Lacrosse Coach (Intern) must have the following skills and qualifications:
- Passion and commitment to improving the quality and availability of sports-based programs for urban youth.
- Experience with team sports is required; lacrosse playing or coaching experience is preferred but not required.
- Strong organizational and project management skills. Keen attention to detail.
- Must be able to work two nights during the week as well as Saturday mornings.
- Humility, a strong work ethic, a sense of humor and an orientation to team-based, collaborative work is essential.
- Ability to attend all practices and games at one of our locations; Franklin Field in Dorchester, Chelsea High School and Moakley Park in South Boston. Transportation is not provided nor compensated.
- Spanish language skills and knowledge of urban communities within Boston and Chelsea, MA is a plus.
To apply, email a resume and letter of interest to: Katy Fitzgerald, Program Manager, kfitzgerald@metrolacrosse.com. No phone calls please. MetroLacrosse is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds of all kinds.
Assistant Program Manager - AmeriCorps Coach Across America (CAA)
Make a difference in the lives of our Boston area urban youth. MetroLacrosse is seeking an Assistant Program Manager to help with the day-to-day running of our program. The Assistant Program Manager will take on a variety of tasks including coaching, event planning, and more. The ideal candidate has a strong desire to serve the community and a commitment to diversity, self-development and teamwork. You must be able to complete a minimum of 1,700 hours of service in 12 months to participate.
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SummerBounce Staff
SummerBounce is an annual overnight summer program for participants entering grades 7-12 in the fall of 2014. A highlight of the MetroLacrosse calendar every year, SummerBounce features plenty of lacrosse and the Alpine Tower team building experience. SummerBounce is only open to current MetroLacrosse participants and MetroLacrosse partners across the country.MetroLacrosse is currently accepting applications for staff positionsfor this New Hampton, NH camp.
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Be sure to also look at our volunteer opportunities.
