Assistant Swim Coach

St. Christopher's School; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 1,500 - 2,500; Part time

Job summary

St. Christopher's School in Richmond, VA seeks an enthusiastic Assistant Swim Coach for the winter season. Work with the Head Coach to mentor students in stroke mechanics, race strategy, endurance, and sportsmanship, aligning with the schools' mission and values.

The role begins November 3 and runs through February 13, with weekday practices after school and occasional weekend meets. Candidates should have swim coaching experience and CPR/First Aid, and be prepared to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Experience: Prior swim coaching experience (club, high school, or collegiate) or competitive collegiate swimming experience preferred.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of NFHS / VISAA swimming rules, stroke mechanics, race tactics, and training principles.
• Certifications: American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers & First Aid (Required upon hire); Safety Training for Swim Coaches or Lifeguard Certification (Preferred)
• Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; Ability to work with high school and/or middle school student-athletes effectively.
• Requirements: Ability to pass standard background checks and complete required school safety training programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing daily practices focusing on stroke technique, turns, starts, and conditioning during standard afternoon practice times and select morning sessions.
• Provide constructive feedback and individualized instruction to swimmers of varying skill levels.
• Help develop event entries, lineups, and strategic seedings for dual meets, championship meets, and invitationals.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging team environment focused on sportsmanship and personal growth.

Skills

Swim coaching experience

NFHS/VISAA rules knowledge

CPR/First Aid certification

Communication skills

Team leadership

Background check clearance

Job description

Position Classification: Part-Time / Seasonal (Winter Season)

Season Dates: November 3 through February 13 (includes breaks for school holidays and winter vacation)

Practice Hours: Monday – Friday: 3:50 PM – 5:30 PM; a handful of morning practices (times TBD) scheduled throughout the season; Meets scheduled during afternoon/evening hours and occasional weekends

Salary Range: $1,500.00 - $2,500.00

Reports to: Head Swim Coach & Director of Athletics

Position Summary

St. Christopher's School, the largest all-boys school in Virginia and one of the largest and oldest boys' schools in the Mid-Atlantic region, and St. Catherine's, our sister school, seek an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and dedicated Assistant Swim Coach for the winter season. The Assistant Swim Coach will work closely with the Head Coach to mentor, train, and develop student-athletes in stroke mechanics, race strategy, endurance, and sportsmanship. The ideal candidate aligns with the educational missions of both schools, emphasizing character development, academic excellence, leadership, and team culture.

Serving approximately 1,054 boys in Grades JK-12 in Richmond, Virginia, St. Christopher's is an Episcopal school committed to cultivating a community that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming. We pride ourselves on bringing out the best in every boy. Our boys benefit from an education and curriculum that is holistic, including academics, the arts, athletics, and service learning. The St. Christopher's experience is further differentiated by a strong emphasis on our Community Pillars - honor & integrity, the pursuit of excellence, and community & brotherhood.

Principal Responsibilities

Coaching & Athlete Development

• Assist in planning and executing daily practices focusing on stroke technique, turns, starts, and conditioning during standard afternoon practice times and select morning sessions.
• Provide constructive feedback and individualized instruction to swimmers of varying skill levels.
• Help develop event entries, lineups, and strategic seedings for dual meets, championship meets, and invitationals.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging team environment focused on sportsmanship and personal growth.

Program & Meet Management

• Assist with home meet setup, timing system management, and cleanup.
• Travel with the team to away meets, ensuring student safety, proper supervision, and punctual schedule adherence.
• Monitor student-athlete welfare, injury reporting, and adherence to safety guidelines during dryland and pool sessions.

Administrative & Team Culture

• Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, coaching staff, and athletic department directors.
• Support team traditions, senior recognitions, and team event planning.
• Model integrity, leadership, and positive citizenship in alignment with the core values of St. Christopher's and St. Catherine's Schools.

Qualifications and Key Skills

• A commitment to St. Christopher's mission, Community Pillars, Portrait of a Saint, policies, and initiatives
• A commitment to best practices in education, as articulated in the School's Teaching Excellence Document, and a dedication to best practices for boys, as espoused by the St. Christopher's Center for the Study of Boys
• A clear commitment to diversity, community, and inclusion in school communities, as expressed in the St. Christopher's Diversity and Inclusion Statement
• Experience: Prior swim coaching experience (club, high school, or collegiate) or competitive collegiate swimming experience preferred
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of NFHS / VISAA swimming rules, stroke mechanics, race tactics, and training principles
• Certifications: American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers & First Aid (Required upon hire); Safety Training for Swim Coaches or Lifeguard Certification (Preferred)
• Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; Ability to work with high school and/or middle school student-athletes effectively
• Requirements: Ability to pass standard background checks and complete required school safety training programs.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods of time
• Must be able to circulate among students on a pool deck
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds

School Website

www.stchristophers.com

School Information

Established in 1911, St. Christopher's School is a JK-12 all-boys day school in Richmond, VA. St. Christopher's School is committed to cultivating a school community that is diverse, inclusive, and welcoming and prides itself on bringing out the best in every boy. Our Episcopal foundation is at the center of what we do, and we care most about developing young men who possess honor and integrity. Our boys benefit from an education and curriculum that is focused on excellence in all forms, including academics, the arts, athletics, and service learning.

The School's single-campus location consists of 43 contiguous acres and 23 buildings with over 300,000 square feet. With over a century of rich history in the education of boys, St. Christopher's has a reputation as a national and international leader in the education of boys. Our work with the International Boys' Schools Coalition and our very own Center for the Study of Boys, supports our new strategic plan, Momentum 2025, setting a bold path forward for the entire St. Christopher's community.

St. Christopher's School is committed to fostering, in broad and meaningful ways, an inclusive school community in which all members feel respected, welcomed, and valued. As such, St. Christopher's School is an equal opportunity employer. St. Christopher's School provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, age, disability, genetic information or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

Mission Statement

St. Christopher's School knows, loves, and celebrates boys, promotes their pursuit of excellence, and prepares them for lives of honor and integrity, service, and leadership.