Boys Swim Head Coach — Lead, Mentor & Develop

Westerly High School; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 168,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Westerly Public Schools in Rhode Island seeks a Head Coach for Boys Swim at Westerly High School. Lead team practices, coaching, and competition planning while upholding district athletic standards.

Responsibilities include scheduling, supervision, and enforcing eligibility; closely coordinating with the Athletics Director and YMCA partner. Requires First Aid/CPR, NFHS coaching courses, and RIIL compliance.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant coaching experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certifications required at time of hire.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Course to be completed within 30 days of hire.
• NFHS Concussion management course must be completed annually.
• Must meet current RIIL requirements.

Responsibilities

• Hold organizational meetings for team prospects and encourage potential athletes to participate in the sport.
• Follow state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Work with the Athletics Director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
• Model sports-like behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Assign assistant coaches to sub varsity responsibilities.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior and provide proper supervision of student-athletes at all times.
• Monitor the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met; and encourage student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.
• Develop a regular practice schedule and organize practice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Assess each player’s skills and assign team positions.
• Coach and instruct players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Work Cooperatively with the Ocean Community YMCA

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Student supervision

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Westerly Public Schools in Rhode Island seeks a Head Coach for Boys Swim at Westerly High School. Lead team practices, coaching, and competition planning while upholding district athletic standards.

Responsibilities include scheduling, supervision, and enforcing eligibility; closely coordinating with the Athletics Director and YMCA partner. Requires First Aid/CPR, NFHS coaching courses, and RIIL compliance.