Middle School Dive Coach (After-School)

West Ottawa Public Schools; Michigan; On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

West Ottawa Public Schools seeks a Middle School Boys Dive Coach to lead the diving program at Harbor Lights & Macatawa Bay Middle Schools. Reports to the Athletic Director and Varsity Swim Coach, with a starting period from 01/05/2027 to 03/05/2027.

The role emphasizes coaching excellence, safety, and adherence to school policies. Ideal candidates will have diving coaching knowledge, CPR/AED and concussion protocol credentials, and must be available after school and on Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of diving coaching preferred.
• CPR/AED and concussion protocol certifications required.
• Must be available after school and Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Attends athletic department meetings when scheduled.
• Submits an annual inventory of athletic uniforms and equipment used by the team.
• Maintains professional competency by attending clinics.
• Keeps the Athletic Director informed of any problems before, during, or after events.
• Encourages athletes to excel in academic work.
• Submits End of Season Checklist in a timely manner.
• Issues, cleans, stores, and returns all athletic equipment.
• Oversees safety conditions during practice.
• Enforces rules and reports incidents to the Athletic Director.
• Establishes relationships with players, parents, and administrators.
• Attends practices, games, and meetings punctually.
• Maintains professional conduct with players, opponents, officials, and fans.
• Teaches skills for highest possible achievement.
• Plans each practice session ahead of time.
• Submits rosters, forms, and training rule forms signed by parents.
• Is a positive role model.
• Adheres to MHSAA and Board policies and regulations.
• Maintains attendance and medical emergency cards.
• Promotes participation and improves methods, techniques, and endurance.
• Submits criteria for cutting athletes.

Skills

Diving coaching

Athletic coaching

After-school availability

Education

CPR/AED certification

CAP Certified Concussion Protocol

Job description

West Ottawa Public Schools seeks a Middle School Boys Dive Coach to lead the diving program at Harbor Lights & Macatawa Bay Middle Schools. Reports to the Athletic Director and Varsity Swim Coach, with a starting period from 01/05/2027 to 03/05/2027.

The role emphasizes coaching excellence, safety, and adherence to school policies. Ideal candidates will have diving coaching knowledge, CPR/AED and concussion protocol credentials, and must be available after school and on Saturdays.