Assistant Swim Coach - Lead Practices & Mentor Athletes

WRA; Hudson (OH); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Reserve Academy in Hudson, OH, is seeking an Assistant Swim Coach for the 2026-27 season to support the Head Coach in developing a competitive, student-centered swim program. The role involves daily practice planning, meet preparation, athlete development, and fostering sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth among student-athletes.

You will work evenings, weekends, and travel with the team as required, serving as a positive role model in a safe, inclusive environment and upholding

Qualifications

• Previous competitive swimming and/or coaching experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel with the team as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in planning and conducting daily swim practices.
• Promote a culture of sportsmanship, leadership, and personal growth in line with WRA's values.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, meets, travel, and team activities.
• Assist with meet preparation, including lineups, meet setup, timing, scoring, and event organization.
• Support team logistics, including transportation and equipment management.
• Communicate effectively with the Head Coach, student-athletes, parents, and athletic department staff.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to student-athletes both in and out of the pool.

Skills

Competitive swimming experience

Coaching experience

Communication

Leadership

Time availability

Job description

Western Reserve Academy in Hudson, OH, is seeking an Assistant Swim Coach for the 2026-27 season to support the Head Coach in developing a competitive, student-centered swim program. The role involves daily practice planning, meet preparation, athlete development, and fostering sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth among student-athletes.

You will work evenings, weekends, and travel with the team as required, serving as a positive role model in a safe, inclusive environment and upholding