Lakeside School·Seattle, Washington
The coach is responsible for the supervision and instruction of student-athletes during soccer practices and competitions. They must also ensure compliance with school and CYO policies while supporting a diverse student body.
Lakeside School, an independent 5-12 coeducational day school located in North Seattle is currently recruiting for Middle School Soccer Coaches. Practices are scheduled to begin the week of August 24, 2026, and the season concludes in late October.
These coaches, reporting to the head varsity girls soccer coach and Assistant Director of Athletics - Middle School, will join an athletics program that includes 26 varsity teams, most of which have both sub-varsity and middle-school counterparts. The girls soccer program supports Upper School teams, as well as several teams at the Middle School. These coaches will be responsible for coaching duties with their team, as well as other program-wide duties as assigned by the head varsity coach or the Assistant Director of Athletics - Middle School. 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.
$1,200-$1,700 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
Middle school soccer coaching roles in Washington often reflect steady demand where schools need staff who can support student-athletes, manage practices, and meet safety and compliance requirements. These positions can be competitive because applicants must already have soccer experience, current First Aid/CPR certification, and the ability to pass two criminal background checks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and background-check readiness before applying.