Swimming Coach: Develop Talent & Team Spirit

Polk County Public Schools; Eagle Lake (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools Lake Region High in Eagle Lake, Florida, seeks an Athletic Coach - Swimming to lead the school's swimming program with emphasis on skill development, sportsmanship, and safety.

The role requires an Athletic Coaching certificate issued by the DOE; teachers are encouraged to add an Athletic Coaching Endorsement to their certificate. Work includes planning practices, supervising events, and ensuring student welfare.

Qualifications

• Must have Athletic Coaching certificate issued by DOE as required in state statute.
• A certified teacher is encouraged to add an Athletic Coaching Endorsement to their teaching certificate.

Responsibilities

• Teach the physical skills necessary to play sports while enforcing policies and standards of behavior and sportsmanship.
• Plan and supervise practice sessions appropriate to age and maturity of players.
• Prepare schedules under the athletic director and District Director of Athletics.
• Ensure student welfare and proper use of equipment during activities.
• Supervise all students and ensure safe pickup after practices and games.

Skills

Athletic coaching

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual/biliterate

Education

Athletic Coaching certificate (DOE)

Job description

Polk County Public Schools Lake Region High in Eagle Lake, Florida, seeks an Athletic Coach - Swimming to lead the school's swimming program with emphasis on skill development, sportsmanship, and safety.

The role requires an Athletic Coaching certificate issued by the DOE; teachers are encouraged to add an Athletic Coaching Endorsement to their certificate. Work includes planning practices, supervising events, and ensuring student welfare.