2025-2026 HS Assistant Swimming Coach

Northeastern School District; Manchester (York County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate and dedicated coach to inspire student-athletes. This role involves assuming leadership in the absence of the Head Athletic Coach, managing team operations, and fostering an environment of sportsmanship and physical fitness. The ideal candidate will have a successful coaching background and the ability to work collaboratively with athletes to enhance their skills and character development. Join this vibrant community and make a lasting impact on the lives of young athletes while promoting teamwork and discipline.

Qualifications

• Previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport.
• Other education/experience accepted by the school board.

Responsibilities

• Assume charge of the team in absence of the Head Athletic Coach.
• Assist in preparing student-athletes and managing equipment.
• Coordinate student eligibility and develop sportsmanship.

Skills

Coaching Skills

Team Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Coaching Certification

Relevant Experience

Job description

Instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student athletes. Upgrade knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
Operation

Assume complete charge of the team and its operation in the absence of the Head Athletic Coach.

Identify and work with problem situations.

Scout the play of opposing teams as time and budget permit and as designated by the Head Athletic Coach.

Assist the Head Athletic Coach in preparing student-athletes, equipment, supplies, athletic fields and/or gymnasium, and in instructional, training, and practice sessions.

Assist the Head Athletic Coach in operational areas, i.e., distribution of uniforms and equipment, inventory of equipment and supplies, supervision of student-athletes transported to away events, etc.

Organization

• Recommend the organization and supervision of the areas of responsibility to meet approved objectives of the athletic activity.

Personnel

Coordinate all aspects of student eligibility, parental permission, physical examinations, and insurance coverage as assigned by the Head Athletic Coach.

Work with the team to develop a spirit of good sportsmanship and fair play, and to establish and maintain the physical fitness and mental alertness of each individual athlete.

Finance

Assist the Head Athletic Coach in developing budget requests for the team’s activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport.

• Other education/experience as accepted by the school board and administration.