Head Varsity Girls Lacrosse Coach

The Wheeler School seeks an experienced and enthusiastic Head Varsity Girls Lacrosse Coach to lead our program beginning in the 2027 spring season.

Wheeler is a coeducational, N–12 independent day school of approximately 800 students, with campuses in Providence, Rhode Island, and Seekonk, Massachusetts. A member of the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC) and the Eastern Independent League (EIL), Wheeler is committed to developing student-athletes who are confident, curious, collaborative, and engaged.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a coach who will bring strong lacrosse knowledge, energy, and a genuine passion for working with young people. The Head Coach will lead the varsity program while fostering a positive, inclusive, and competitive team culture.

The ideal candidate will have experience with:

• Player development and team building
• Recruitment and college placement
• Practice and game planning
• Communicating effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• Coaching athletes across a range of skill levels and learning styles
• Creating an inclusive team environment grounded in cultural competency

Our coaches are collaborative, curious, and committed to continuous growth. We value coaches who bring new ideas, seek professional development, and are excited to contribute to Wheeler’s dynamic and diverse community.

Qualifications

• Previous high school and/or collegiate coaching experience required
• Advanced knowledge of lacrosse
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Commitment to student-athlete development and inclusive coaching

Schedule

This is a part-time, stipend-supported position, with primary responsibilities from March through May, including practices, home and away competitions, team activities, and travel with the team.

About Wheeler

Founded in 1889, The Wheeler School is an N–12 independent school serving approximately 800 students from throughout Greater Providence and Greater Boston. Our mission, “to learn our powers and be answerable for their use,” shapes everything we do—from academics and the arts to athletics and experiential learning.

Wheeler is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community and to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants.