Boys Swimming Varsity Assistant Coach at Park High School

South Washington County Schools; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 4,600 - 8,000; Full time

Job summary

Park High School in Minnesota is seeking a dynamic Boys Swimming Varsity Assistant Coach to support the head coach and help develop a strong, sustainable program. You will work with student-athletes to teach fundamentals, strategy and conditioning while fostering teamwork and personal growth.

Ideal candidates have high school and/or collegiate coaching experience, strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and a commitment to building positive relationships with students, families and the

Qualifications

• Proven experience in coaching at high school and/or collegiate level.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills for program leadership.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, staff and community.
• A Minnesota coaching certificate is preferred for head coaches and beneficial for assistants.

Responsibilities

• Instruct student-athletes in fundamental skills, strategy and conditioning for team success.
• Develop staff and manage program-wide elements per Park High School Activities Dept. goals.
• Collaborate with the head coach and Athletics Director to ensure character development and responsible behavior.

Skills

Coaching Experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Community engagement

Job description

Park High School

Boys Swimming Varsity Assistant Coach

Compensation

Contract is based on Teacher's Contract Schedule C - 32 base points x $145 per point plus experience

Park High School is seeking a dynamic, highly qualified candidate to serve as Boys Swimming Varsity Assistant Coach. Candidates are desired to have successful high school and/or collegiate level head coaching experience, and related successful experiences in educational leadership. Candidates should be experienced in building a comprehensive program, developing staff, and managing diverse program-wide elements in accordance with the Park High School Activities Dept. mission statement and definition of success (see below). All candidates should have strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and the commitment to develop and maintain positive relationships between the Boys Swimming program and the local community. Candidates should have the following:

• Proven experience in teaching and modeling character and responsible behavior.
• Positive, high energy, and committed.
• Partners well with parents, staff, community leaders, etc.
• View success not just as winning; but as helping team members to reach goals.
• Orientation toward continuous improvement and transformational coaching, including a transformational coaching purpose statement

A valid Minnesota coaching certificate (or alternative qualifications) is preferred for assistant coaches and REQUIRED for head coaches.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Park High School Activities Department is to create learning opportunities for students to develop character, become well-rounded citizens, and achieve excellence in their school, activities, and community.

DEFINITION OF SUCCESS

We believe success is based on the achievement of our purpose. Success is having fun, seeing growth in students, and knowing that you made your best effort to reach individual and team goals. Success is being a part of something bigger than yourself and is best determined years after students graduate.

REPORTS TO

Head Varsity Boys Swimming coach and Park High School Athletics/Activities Director, who provides overall job objectives and observes performance in conjunction with the High School Principal.

JOB GOALS

To instruct student-athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize individual and team success. Concurrently, student-athletes shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride in accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline and confidence. Coach shall demonstrate substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport as well as successfully establish positive relationships with all stakeholders.

Contact

Contact Phil Kuemmel, Park High School Athletics Director, if you have any questions: [e-mail]

DEADLINE

Posting will remain open until filled.

BENEFITS

SoWashCo Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to support our employees. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life insurance, supplemental life insurance, dependent life insurance, and long-term disability coverage. We also offer voluntary plans such as accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and identity protection, along with flexible spending accounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and retirement plans. These benefits reflect our commitment to supporting your health and well-being.

Visit our benefits page for more detailed information.

Equal Opportunity Employer