Assistant Swim Coach

Westminster Schools of Augusta Inc; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 2,500 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Westminster Schools of Augusta is seeking an Assistant Swim Coach for the 2026-27 season in the Athletic Department. This paid role may be combined with another teaching or administrative position depending on candidate qualifications. A community coach option exists if teaching is unavailable.

The role emphasizes coaching Westminster swimmers, developing daily practices, and mentoring student-athletes in faith and character while ensuring program compliance and budget management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience coaching swim and mentoring student-athletes.
• Strong communication with parents and fellow coaches.
• Able to relate well to student-athletes and model positive behavior.

Responsibilities

• Organize and develop program staff in collaboration with the Athletic Department.
• Create and implement daily practices for the swim program.
• Foster athletes’ faith and Christian character while developing abilities.
• Manage the program budget and ensure compliance with GIAA rules.

Skills

Swim coaching experience

Mentoring student-athletes

Communication with parents and coaches

Relating to student-athletes

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Westminster Schools of Augusta

Westminster Schools of Augusta is a Pre-K through 12 regionally accredited, coeducational, college-preparatory, Christian day school enrolling close to 650 students. The 34-acre campus is in a residential section of Augusta, which is Georgia's second largest metropolitan area. The school is affiliated with First Presbyterian Church of Augusta (PCA), but the student body and faculty include members from more than 90 different local churches of various denominations.

The Assistant Swim Coaching position in the Athletic Department at Westminster exists to coach Westminster students who choose to participate in the swim program.

This position is for the 2026-27 Swim Season and will be a paid position that could be combined with one of our current teaching or administration positions depending on the candidate's experience and giftings. If a teaching position is unavailable or the applicant is employed outside of the education field, we will consider a community coach.

Spiritual

• Committed Follower of Jesus Christ
• Committed to the mission of Westminster: "We seek to Glorify God by providing an excellent education that equips students to live extraordinary lives for Jesus Christ."
• Exemplary in conduct

Education

• Bachelors Preferred

Experience

• Swim coaching experience
• Experience in mentoring and discipling student-athletes

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to relate with student-athletes
• Ability to effectively communicate with parents and other coaches

Essential Job Functions

• Organization and development of program staff in collaboration with the Athletic Department
• Development and implementation of daily practices
• Intentional development of athletes' faith and Christian character
• Helping athletes develop their God-given abilities to the fullest
• Being a positive role model for all of the student-athletes at the school
• Management of program budget
• Know, understand and educate coaching staff on GIAA rules and regulations
• Complete administrative elements necessary for advancement of program
• Be committed to partnering with parents
• Assist athletes and families in College Recruiting process when applicable

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

• Champion the Westminster culture and the Wildcat Way
• Be a contributing member of the Westminster community
• Provide a presence at various Westminster functions as communicated in advance by the Athletic Department