Lakeside School·Seattle, Washington
The assistant coach will support the varsity and JV golf programs by supervising student-athletes and providing instruction during practices and competitions. They are also responsible for maintaining compliance with school and league policies while fostering a supportive environment for a diverse student body.
Lakeside School, an independent 5-12 coeducational day school located in North Seattle is currently recruiting for an Assistant Golf Coach for the 2026-2027 school year.
The assistant varsity golf coach, reporting to the Golf Program Head, will join an athletics program that includes 26 varsity teams, most of which have both sub-varsity and middle-school counterparts. The golf program includes two varsity teams (boys and girls) and two JV teams (boys and girls). The assistant varsity golf coach will be responsible for coaching duties with the varsity teams and supporting the JV program, as well as other program-wide duties as assigned by the golf program head. Specific responsibilities include:
Requirements: and Qualifications
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by (an) individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities related to the position. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity and school policy and procedures. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
$3,250-$3,300 We offer a stipend schedule that compares favorably with peer schools and clubs both locally and nationally. Coaching stipends are paid in monthly installments during the primary competition seasons. Other benefits include Lakeside Athletics apparel and access to funds for professional development.
Interested candidates should submit a brief cover letter, resume, and work history via Lakeside’s online application. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Lakeside School is an equal opportunity employer seeking to diversify its workplace.
At Lakeside we are committed to sustaining a school in which individuals representing diverse cultures and experiences instruct one another in the meaning and value of community. To learn more about working at Lakeside, including our professional development and mentoring programs, benefits, diversity and inclusion, and opportunities for involvement in non-academic programs, please visit our Careers [https://www.lakesideschool.org/about-us/careers] page on the Lakeside School website.
Market context
Assistant golf coach openings in Washington are often tied to school athletics programs that need reliable support for practices, travel, and player development. These roles can be competitive because they require coaching experience, a clean driving record, age eligibility, First Aid/CPR certification, and successful background checks; the stipend and professional development funds may also attract candidates with broader athletics experience. If you are considering applying, confirm your certification status and background-check readiness early, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time compared with reading the full original posting.