Coach - Crew

Pine Crest Preparatory School; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Pine Crest Preparatory School in Fort Lauderdale seeks an experienced Upper School Rowing Coach to lead a competitive program with on-water and land-based training. The role emphasizes safety, technique, and teamwork while guiding student-athletes through a September–May season.

You will mentor athletes, plan practices, manage equipment, and prepare crews for regattas, upholding values of sportsmanship and discipline throughout the season.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience in playing or coaching organized sports.
• USRowing Level 1 or 2 Certification (highly preferred).
• Boater Safety License (required for operating launches).

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute daily on-water practices and land-based training (ergs, strength, conditioning) to improve technique and fitness.
• Prepare and manage crews for local, regional, and national regattas, including setting lineups.
• Maintain safety standards and act as lead safety officer on the water.
• Promote the rowing program to recruit new athletes and foster a positive team culture.
• Mentor student-athletes and support their mental and physical development.

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: PC Fort Lauderdale - Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334Upper School Rowing Coach

Purpose

The Upper School Rowing Coach is responsible for developing and leading a competitive, safe, and positive training program for student-athletes. This role involves planning on-water and land-based training, teaching technical skills, overseeing safety, mentoring athletes, and managing equipment. The goal is to develop athletes' rowing abilities while instilling values of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship consistent with the values of Pine Crest School. The season runs September through May.

Essential Job Functions

• Supports the School’s mission statement and the philosophy of the department and adheres to School policies and procedures, including but not limited to what is outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Maintain the highest safety standards at all times: act as lead safety officer on the water, ensuring all rowers adhere to protocols
• Plan and execute daily on-water practices and land-based training (ergs, strength, conditioning) designed to improve technique and fitness
• Prepare and manage crews for local, regional, and national regattas, including setting lineups
• Perform or oversee regular maintenance of rowing shells and oar
• Actively promote the rowing program to the student body to recruit new athletes.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and enthusiastic team culture
• Serve as a mentor, offering support and encouraging the mental and physical development of student‑athletes
• Provides for a safe and secure environment as well as practices associated with the sport
• Promotes individual growth in traits such as teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship at all times
• Understands and implements all appropriate rules and regulations according to the sport guidelines
• Establishes and maintains clear policies related to captain selection, team rules, etc.
• Maintains proper control and discipline in a positive manner by establishing good, wholesome rapport through healthy, professional relationships
• Instructs student‑athletes in the proper care and use of practice facilities, and use of practice equipment
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Department Supervisor or their designee

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum 1 years’ experience in playing or coaching organized sports
• Strong leadership, motivational skills, and clear verbal/written communication
• Previous competitive rowing experience required
• Ability to drive the boat trailer (preferred)
• USRowing Level 1 or 2 Certification (highly preferred)
• Boater Safety License (required for operating launches)