Aquatics Swim Coach

Phillips Academy; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Academy Aquatics Center in Andover, MA, seeks an Aquatics Swim Coach to provide high-quality, personalized coaching for non-team related competitive swim practices from October through May 2027. You will coach swimmers of all levels to improve technique, speed, and endurance.

The role requires evenings and Saturday mornings, with evaluation, workout design, and supportive mentoring to help athletes reach individual goals.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Competitive swimming and / or coaching experience.
• Lifeguard Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, consistent coaching across all levels of ability.
• Evaluate swimmers’ abilities and tailor programs to improve technique, speed, and endurance.
• Teach and refine all competitive strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly).
• Develop, write, and implement structured swim workouts for each practice.
• Monitor performance and adjust workouts based on progress.
• Build positive relationships with swimmers through active listening and engagement.
• Support athletes in achieving their individual goals.

Skills

Competitive swimming

Coaching experience

Lifeguard certification

Job description

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Aquatics Swim Coach, from October through the end of May 2027, is responsible for coaching non-team related competitive swim practices for individuals. This position will provide high-quality, personalized coaching across all levels of ability.

SCHEDULE:

• Primarily weeknights and Saturday mornings

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Competitive swimming and / or coaching experience
• Lifeguard Certification

PREFERRED:

• CPR / AED and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide high-quality, consistent coaching across all levels of ability
• Evaluate swimmers’ abilities and tailor programs to improve technique, speed, and endurance
• Teach and refine all competitive strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly)
• Develop, write, and implement structured swim workouts for each practice
• Monitor performance and adjust workouts based on progress
• Build positive relationships with swimmers through active listening and engagement
• Support athletes in achieving their individual goals

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

N/A

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain in the pool 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.

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain in the pool 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.

Rate of pay will be based on experience and qualifications.

Phillips Academy is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodation 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.