High School Assistant Swim Coach

Northview Public Schools Northview High School; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Northview Public Schools invites applications for the position of Assistant Swim Coach at Northview High School in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The role focuses on developing a safe, fun, and competitive swim program for student-athletes, with duties including planning practices, teaching techniques, and promoting teamwork.

Responsibilities include supervising practices and meets, coordinating entries and logistics, communicating with athletes, parents, and staff, and ensuring compliance with school

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a swim coach or competitive swimmer preferred.
• Strong knowledge of swimming techniques, training methods, and safety procedures.
• Ability to motivate and positively influence high school students.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Must pass background checks as required by the school or district.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct regular swim practices focused on skill development, conditioning, and team strategy.
• Teach proper swimming techniques, safety protocols, and rules of the sport.
• Foster a positive, inclusive team environment that promotes respect, effort, and sportsmanship.
• Supervise students during practices, meets, and team events.
• Coordinate and attend swim meets, including handling entries and team logistics.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and school staff.
• Ensure compliance with school and athletic department policies.

Skills

Swim coaching experience

Swimming techniques

CPR and First Aid

Motivate HS students

Job description

Northview Public Schools Northview Public Schools Northview High School - Grand Rapids, Michigan Open in Google Maps

High School Assistant Swim Coach

Northview Public Schools Northview Public Schools Northview High School - Grand Rapids, Michigan Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Kent ISD , and Northview Public Schools

Job Details

• Job ID: 5932093
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Sep 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Assistant Swim Coach is responsible for helping to develop and leading a safe, fun, and competitive swim program for student-athletes. The coach will help plan practices, teach swimming techniques, promote teamwork and sportsmanship, and manage team participation in meets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct regular swim practices focused on skill development, conditioning, and team strategy.
• Teach proper swimming techniques, safety protocols, and rules of the sport.
• Foster a positive, inclusive team environment that promotes respect, effort, and sportsmanship.
• Supervise students during practices, meets, and team events.
• Coordinate and attend swim meets, including handling entries and team logistics.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and school staff.
• Ensure compliance with school and athletic department policies.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a swim coach or competitive swimmer preferred.
• Strong knowledge of swimming techniques, training methods, and safety procedures.
• Ability to motivate and positively influence high school students.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Must pass background checks as required by the school or district.

Directly Responsible To:

• The Athletic Director

Terms of Employment:

• Swim Season
• Potentially Employed through Edustaff
• Posted until filled

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tina Hendrick
• 4365 Hunsberger Drive Ne
• Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525-6128
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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