The Head Coach, in collaboration with athletic director, is responsible for the overall administration of the middle school boys lacrosse program. Responsible for all aspects, including discipling and mentoring student-athletes, parent relations, scheduling, travel, and budget. The head coach is expected to lead a program that reflects the highest standards of conduct and CAK’s core values.

A coach for Christian Academy of Knoxville (CAK) must be a spiritually sensitive individual who understands the mission and philosophy of the school. The coach must be a born-again Christian with spiritual maturity and leadership abilities that will enable him/her to lead in God’s truth. The ability to communicate well with various types of people, handle information appropriately, maintain a courteous, professional, and respectful attitude and integrity in all situations are prerequisites.

• Provide appropriate training, discipline, and coaching that leads to a highly competitive program; evaluate individual student athletes and develop a coaching plan that takes student-athletes to their full potential.
• Work closely with high school, and middle school coaches to build program and develop coaching plans.
• Develop individual and team skills through well planned training and positive reinforcement.
• Communicate proactively with student-athletes and parents/guardians as appropriate regarding expectations, camps, practices, and game schedules.
• Supervise student-athletes before and after practices / games.
• Supervise all areas of participation including but not limited to gyms, fields, arenas, theater, locker or dressing rooms, buses, etc.
• Issue equipment and uniforms to student athletes, ensuring all equipment is maintained properly and uniforms are returned.
• Attend all games (both home and away) continuing through the conclusion of any post-season tournament(s).
• Set up facilities in preparation for practice, games, and events.
• Conduct pre-season conditioning and practices.
• May be asked to operate school vehicle to games/events.
• Attend all professional development and coach meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by Athletic Director.
• Ability to exercise discretion and utmost professionalism in confidential and sensitive student/family matters.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• CPR, AED, First Aid certification. 
• Maintains compliance with all rules and regulations of the TSSAA.
• Complies with and supports all CAK policies.