Middle School Swim Coach — Afternoon, Winter Season

Kentplace; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Kent Place School in Summit, New Jersey, seeks a Middle School Assistant Swim Coach for the 2026 season. The role focuses on coaching Kent Place student-athletes in swimming, planning practices, and promoting sportsmanship. Hours are 2:30–3:30 pm, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday during the Winter season (Nov 16–Feb 26).

Exempt, reports to the Director of Athletics. Prior collegiate-level coaching/playing experience is preferred; high school-level experience is required.

Qualifications

• Collegiate level coaching/playing experience preferred; high school level experience required.
• Educate and coach Kent Place student-athletes in swimming.
• Plan and communicate practice sessions and competition strategies to assistant coaches to ensure health and well-being of student-athletes.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding rules, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players during competition and practice to determine needs for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Educate and coach Kent Place student-athletes in swimming.
• Provide leadership that promotes positive attitudes and good sportsmanship.
• Plan and communicate practice sessions and competition strategies to assistant coach(s).
• Coach and instruct players on rules, equipment, and techniques of swimming.
• Observe players during competition and practice to determine needs for improvement.
• Attend preseason training with the Athletic Dept.
• Participate in open houses and pep assemblies.
• Complete coaching accreditation modules and KPS training.
• Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Department.

Skills

Communication skills

Administrative skills

Oral and written communication

Active listening

Sportsmanship

Team collaboration

Job description

Kent Place School in Summit, New Jersey, seeks a Middle School Assistant Swim Coach for the 2026 season. The role focuses on coaching Kent Place student-athletes in swimming, planning practices, and promoting sportsmanship. Hours are 2:30–3:30 pm, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday during the Winter season (Nov 16–Feb 26).

Exempt, reports to the Director of Athletics. Prior collegiate-level coaching/playing experience is preferred; high school-level experience is required.