Aquatics Water Polo Coach

Phillips-Academy; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Phillips Academy is seeking a Water Polo Coach to develop and lead a comprehensive program from October–November 2026 and April–May 2027. The role emphasizes safe, positive, and engaging instruction across beginner to competitive levels.

The coach will plan and run practices Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm and Saturdays 9:00-12:00pm, teach fundamentals, monitor safety, and collaborate with the Aquatics Director to grow participation and a structured learn-to-play pathway feeding a competitive team.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Lead all lessons, practices, and dryland training sessions.
• Ensure proper use of pool space, 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 to build and grow a structured learn-to-play program feeding into a competitive team.
• Maintain and oversee equipment to ensure safety and proper working condition.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, families, and aquatics staff.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive, safe, and fun environment while promoting skill development and a love for water polo.
• Plan and lead practices for a range of ages and ability levels, emphasizing fundamentals, progression, and safety.
• Teach proper fundamentals & techniques, introduce new skills, and provide detailed feedback and performance analysis.
• Lead all water polo lessons, practices, and dryland training sessions.
• Ensure proper use of pool space, 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.

Skills

Water polo coaching

Athlete development

Safety protocols

Team leadership

Communication with families

Job description

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Water Polo Coach, from October through November 2026 & April through May 2027, is responsible for developing and leading a comprehensive water polo program that fosters a safe, positive, and engaging environment. This role focuses on teaching proper skills and techniques, building confidence, and growing participation from beginner to competitive levels.

SCHEDULE: Thursday 6:00-7:30pm & Saturday 9:00-12:00pm

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 21 years of age
• Lead all lessons, practices, and dryland training sessions
• Ensure proper use of pool space, 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-play program that feeds into a competitive team
• Maintain and oversee 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 water polo 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 water polo
• Plan and lead practices for a range of ages and ability levels, emphasizing fundamentals, progression, and safety
• Teach proper fundamentals & techniques, introduce new skills, and provide detailed feedback and performance analysis
• Lead all water polo lessons, practices, and dryland training sessions
• Ensure proper use of pool space, 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

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.