Aquatics Department - Diving Coach

Phillips-Academy; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 9,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Phillips Academy is seeking a Dive Coach for the aquatics program, working under the Aquatics Director from October through May 2027. The role focuses on teaching proper dive techniques, building diver confidence, and growing participation from beginner to competitive levels, with evening and weekend sessions.

The coach will lead practices, ensure safety protocols, and collaborate with staff to grow a structured learn-to-dive pathway feeding into a competitive team.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Lead all diving lessons, practices, and dryland training sessions.
• Ensure proper use of diving boards, pool rules, and dryland drills.
• Enforce safety protocols with active supervision and incident reporting.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive, safe, and fun environment while promoting skill development and a love for diving.
• Plan and lead diving practices for diverse ages and skill levels with emphasis on fundamentals and safety.
• Teach proper diving techniques and provide feedback and performance analysis.
• Lead all diving lessons, practices, and dryland training sessions.
• Maintain and oversee diving equipment for safety and proper working condition.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, families, and aquatics staff.
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintain accurate records and program data.
• Provide advance notice if unable to work scheduled shifts and arrange coverage.

Skills

Dive coaching

Safety supervision

Communication

Practice planning

Job description

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Dive Coach, from October through May 2027, is responsible for developing and leading a comprehensive diving program that fosters a safe, positive, and engaging environment. This role focuses on teaching proper dive techniques, building diver confidence, and growing participation from beginner to competitive levels.

SCHEDULE:

Thursday 5:30-7:00p & Saturday 9:00a-12:00p

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 21 years of age
• Lead all diving lessons, practices, and dryland training sessions
• Ensure proper use of diving boards, adherence to pool rules, and implementation of appropriate dryland drills
• Enforce all safety protocols, including active supervision and reporting of incidents or concerns
• Work collaboratively with the Aquatics Director to build and grow a structured learn-to-dive program that feeds into a competitive team
• Maintain and oversee diving equipment to ensure safety and proper working condition
• Communicate effectively with athletes, families, and aquatics staff
• Attend all required staff meetings and in-service trainings
• Maintain accurate records, attendance, and program data
• Provide advance notice if unable to work scheduled shifts and coordinate approved coverage
• Arrive on time and prepared for all scheduled sessions

PREFERRED:

• Strong technical knowledge of diving and athlete development
• Commitment to fostering a positive and team-oriented culture
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to varying program needs and challenges
• Athlete-first mindset with a focus on long-term development

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create a positive, safe, and fun environment while promoting skill development and a love for diving
• Plan and lead diving practices for a range of ages and ability levels, emphasizing fundamentals, progression, and safety
• Teach proper diving techniques, introduce new dives, and provide detailed feedback and performance analysis
• Lead all diving lessons, practices, and dryland training sessions
• Ensure proper use of diving boards, adherence to pool rules, and implementation of appropriate dryland drills
• Enforce all safety protocols, including active supervision and reporting of incidents or concerns
• Work collaboratively with the Aquatics Director to build and grow a structured learn-to-dive program that feeds into a competitive team
• Maintain and oversee diving equipment to ensure safety and proper working condition
• Communicate effectively with athletes, families, and aquatics staff
• Attend all required staff meetings and in-service trainings
• Maintain accurate records, attendance, and program data
• Provide advance notice if unable to work scheduled shifts and coordinate approved coverage

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

N / A

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on the pool deck for extended periods
• Ability to lift or assist participants when needed
• Exposure to pool chemicals and varying temperatures

The Phillips Academy Aquatics Centerfeatures a 25-yard competition pool that serves as the home venue for Andover’s swimming, diving, and water polo programs. The pool can be configured with eight competition lanes or 13 practice lanes, providing flexibility for training, competition, instructional swim lessons, and recreational programming. It is also home to New England’s only full-sized high school water polo course.

This state-of-the-art facility includes adjustable starting blocks, two 1-meter diving boards with a dedicated diving area, an OMEGA Swiss Timing System for competitive events, and on-deck spectator seating for more than 300 guests. While the pool is utilized by Phillips Academy’s aquatics teams throughout the year, the Aquatics Center is expanding its offerings to include community recreation programs, diving instruction, lifeguard certification courses, competitive swim training, and swim lessons for participants of all ages and abilities. The facility is committed to providing high-quality aquatic opportunities for both the Academy and the greater community

Phillips Academy is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service or any other characteristic protected by law. Any offers of employment will be contingent upon successful CORI/SORI, and fingerprinting background checks as well as unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.