Assistant Rowing Coach

Louisville Catholic Schools; Louisville, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Catholic Schools is seeking an Assistant Rowing Coach to support practices, develop athletes, and maintain a safe, inclusive team environment.

You will work directly with student-athletes, assist with administrative tasks, and help plan competitions. Relevant rowing experience and strong communication are valued, with a background check and Safe Environment Training required before working with students.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team and take direction.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a school athletics setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in running practices and game days.
• Drive a launch and supervise boats on the water, ensuring safety.
• Help build and maintain team rosters and eligibility records.
• Coordinate with the athletic department on safety documentation and logistics.
• Assist with competition planning, events, and volunteer coordination.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Summary

The Assistant Rowing Coach supports the Head Coach in all aspects of the rowing program, helping to deliver effective practices, foster athlete development, and ensure a safe and inclusive team environment. This role involves working directly with student-athletes while also assisting with team organization, administrative tasks, and competition planning.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Participate with the head coach in running practices, including on land and on water as needed.
• Drive a launch and supervise boats on the water independently, including teaching novice rowers the fundamentals of rowing, fitness, and safety.
• Work with the Head Coach to build and maintain team rosters.
• Coordinate with the school athletic department to maintain proper safety and eligibility documentation.
• Assist in coordinating logistics for competitions, including schedules, equipment preparation, and volunteer/parent organization.
• Other duties as assigned

This description is not designed to cover or contain a full listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Rowing experience at the high school, college, or masters (adult) level. Competitive experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills and a willingness to hone existing skills and learn new ones
• Previous coaching experience or other experience working with children of any sort is preferred but not required.

This position requires a background check and completion of the Safe Environment Training course offered through the Archdiocese of Louisville before interacting with students