High School Assistant Swim Coach

Rockbridge; Lexington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Rockbridge County Public School is seeking a part-time High School Assistant Swim Coach at Rockbridge County High School to support the Head Coach in delivering a comprehensive swimming program.

Responsibilities include supervising students on deck, teaching stroke techniques, promoting safety, and coordinating practices and meets with the athletic director. Required CPR/First Aid and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of coaching techniques for student athletes and the rules of competitive swimming.
• Ability to establish good working relations with students, coaches, and school community.
• High school diploma required.
• 1-3 years of swim coaching or related experience.
• CPR/First Aid and lifeguard/safety training required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Head Coach to build a successful swim program.
• Attend practices, meets, and conditioning sessions.
• Supervise athletes on deck and in locker rooms.
• Instruct swimming mechanics, starts, turns, and safety procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of safety rules and athletic coaching techniques.
• Coordinate team travel and fundraising activities.

Skills

Coaching

Swimming knowledge

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Rockbridge County Public School is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and transgender status), national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Our workplace culture values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility. Rockbridge County Public School is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Job Summary:

Job Title: High School Assistant Swim Coach

Department: Athletics

Location: Rockbridge County High School

Supervisor: Athletic Director

Job Type: Part-Time

Employment Classification: Non-Exempt

Supervisory Role: No

The Assistant Swim Coach assists the Head Swim Coach in organizing, coordinating, and promoting a comprehensive swimming athletic program designed to meet the needs and interests of the school community. Provides instructional support, pool deck safety supervision, stroke technique coaching, and motivation to assist in maintaining a successful athletic program.

Essential Job Functions

Program Leadership and Instruction

• Assists the Head Coach in providing leadership and motivation to build a successful athletic program.
• Attends team practices, swim meets, and pool conditioning sessions.
• Directs, coordinates, supervises, and monitors student athletes on the pool deck and in locker rooms.
• Instructs student athletes in swimming mechanics, stroke techniques, starts, turns, and safety procedures.
• Informs students about the program to encourage participation.
• Maintains up-to‑date knowledge of competitive swimming rules, stroke regulations, and effective athletic coaching techniques.
• Possess knowledge of swim team operations, aquatic safety standards, and athlete conditioning.

Safety and Medical Care

• Takes reasonable precautions, including monitoring environmental conditions, to protect students, staff, equipment, and facilities.
• Instructs athletes in safety procedures, pool deck etiquette, and reporting injuries immediately.
• Ensures availability of a supplied first aid kit and emergency care cards, and rescue equipment on the pool deck.
• Monitors and provides medical assistance to injured participants, coordinating participation decisions with the Athletic Trainer and Activities Director.

Administration and Operations

• Assists the Head Coach in preparing and submitting required forms (eligibility rosters, player addresses, accident reports) to the Athletic Director
• Assists in coordinating team away‑game transportation arrangements with the Head Coach and Athletic Director.
• Organizes and monitors fundraising activities.
• Participates in school awards programs and postseason recognition.
• Assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, records, and aquatic equipment up‑to‑date.

Compliance, Ethics and Professional Standards

• Complies with rules of the Virginia High School League, national aquatic governing standards, regional/district councils, and school board policies.
• Maintains proper staff‑student boundaries, respect for ethical/legal duties, acts as a positive role model at all times.
• Demonstrates professional appearance, demeanor, dress, behavior, andnon‑discriminatory practices.
• Maintains high moral character, professional demeanor, non‑discriminatory practices, and serves as an educated role model for student athletes.

Student and Community Engagement

• Models and instills positive sportsmanship qualities during practices and competitions.
• Interacts with student athletes, teachers, parents, and the community to build enthusiasm and engage support for the swim program.
• Establishes and maintains clear, professional communication procedures with parents/guardians.
• Monitors athletes’ academic performance and ensures assistance is provided when needed.

Qualifications, Experience, and Education

• Knowledge of coaching techniques for student athletes and the competitive rules and regulations of swimming (REQUIRED)
• Possess the ability to establish good working relations with students, coaches, administrators, parents and other school-community members.(REQUIRED)
• High School Diploma(REQUIRED)
• 1-3 years of successful experience as a swim coach, assistant coach, club coach, or competitive swimmer with the ability to teach stroke skills and develop student athletes. (REQUIRED)
• CPR / First Aid Certification and Safety Training for Swim Coaches / Lifeguard Certification(REQUIRED)

Working Environment and Physical Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS None Under 1/3 1/3 – 2/3 Over 2/3

Standing: x

Walking: x

Sitting: x

Using hands to touch, handle, or feel: x

Reaching with hands and arms: x

Climbing stairs, using ladders: x

Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: x

Computer use: x

Phone use: x

Talking and hearing: Clear speech and good hearing both face to face and on the phone; hears well in noisy social environments

Seeing: Clear vision at 20 inches or less with or without corrective lenses; vision sufficient to drive motor vehicles safely with or without corrective lenses

Lifting: Lifts up to 50 pounds routinely, up to 70 pounds occasionally

Traveling: Travel with students, coaches, trainers, and teams on athletic related trips and away swim meets.