Head Coach, Varsity Swimming

Kamehameha Schools; Keaau (HI); On-site; USD 5,886 - 7,194; Part time

Job summary

Kamehameha Schools in Hawaii seeks a Head Coach for Varsity Swimming (Temporary Seasonal). The role involves coordinating the athletics program, coaching students, and developing players and teams in line with KS philosophy.

Responsibilities include planning practices, evaluating performance, enforcing rules, and maintaining eligibility and records. Flexible hours including evenings/weekends; travel to nearby islands may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in coaching.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Previous coaching experience.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of sport and teaches athletes.
• Organizes and supervises practices and games; prepares team for competitions.
• Models ethical behavior and motivates athletes; presents positive role model.
• Develops team concepts within KS values framework; promotes sportsmanship.
• Assists athletes to reach their full potential; provides enjoyable environment.
• Resolves disciplinary issues; manages medical/academic eligibility and admin tasks.

Skills

Coaching experience

Excellent communication

Strong organizational skills

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certification

Job description

Head Coach, Varsity Swimming (Temporary Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal))

Recruiting Start Date: 06-23-2026. Recruiting End Date: Open Until Filled.

Job Summary: Responsible for the coordination or assisting with the coordination of the Kamehameha Athletic Sports program. This includes coaching, instructing students and performing other duties necessary to the development of players and teams, which demonstrates skills and values in keeping with Kamehameha's philosophy of athletics.

Essential Responsibilities

• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of sport including knowledge of all rules and regulations; skills, tactics and techniques. Translates sports knowledge to athletes and develops and evaluates athlete's and team's performance and progress. Teaches individual and team skills to athletes. Identifies observable outcomes besides just winning and losing. Assists athletes to reach their full potential. Has the ability and patience to develop athletes. Addresses athletes' individual needs (not at the expense of the entire team).
• Organizes and supervises well‑planned, safe and efficient practices and games by utilizing coaching staff effectively and efficiently. Prepares team for games/matches/meets.
• Conducts self in an ethical and professional manner and presents self as a positive role model for the athletes. Respects athletes and motivates and inspires players. Displays encouraging conduct and has a positive attitude with athletes.
• Develops team concept in student‑athletes within a values‑driven framework of the KS organization. Promotes sportsmanship and respect for game rules and officials. Provides a good balance between skill development and team concepts. Addresses each player as part of a team.
• Assists athletes to reach their full potential. Provides an enjoyable environment and experience.
• Handles administrative responsibilities such as resolving disciplinary issues appropriately and effectively; ensuring student‑athlete medical and academic eligibility; and completing other administrative responsibilities timely and responsibly (e.g., grade checks, student‑athlete records, timesheets, HR requirements). Acts responsibly with regards to equipment, uniforms, etc. such as assisting equipment and locker‑room personnel as necessary; assisting with planning and budgeting for the sport; and inventorying equipment.
• Communicates effectively with athletes, parents, faculty, administrators, other coaches, and the community as appropriate. Gets appropriate results to school and media timely. Promotes program in the local and state communities.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: A combination of education and experience may be substituted for the requirements listed.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in coaching.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to relate effectively with students, coaches, staff, physicians, parents, teachers, and administrators.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities simultaneously.
• Previous coaching experience.
• Ability to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends on a frequent basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Various high school or collegiate athletic participation.
• High school or collegiate coaching experience.
• Sensitivity to Hawaiian culture and Christian values.

Physical Requirements

• Physical activity such as walking, standing, dancing, running, bending, crouching, reaching, lifting, carrying, etc.

Working Conditions

• May involve traveling to various locations, including neighboring islands to conduct business.
• Work is conducted in an office/school environment and may require work to be conducted in non‑standard workplaces.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but evening and weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact HR at [e-mail] or 808-534-8040 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. KS does not accept unauthorized solicitations of candidate referrals from third‑party vendors (i.e., Staffing Agencies, Executive Recruitment Firms). Any third‑party vendor with interest in supporting KS's recruiting efforts must be authorized by Human Resources prior to the vendor’s candidate applying with KS.

Compensation: This position is paid a one‑time stipend of $6,540.00 at the end of the season.

Primary Location: Hawaii Campus. City, State: Keaau, Hawaii.