Varsity Assistant Swim Coaches (2 Positions)

Trinity School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 4,900 - 6,600; Part time

Job summary

Trinity School in Manhattan's Upper West Side is seeking a part-time Varsity Assistant Swim Coach for the 2026-2027 Winter season. The position is seasonal and stipend-based, running from November 3, 2026 to February 26, 2027, with planning and communication required outside the season.

Ideal candidates have significant competitive swimming experience; a Bachelor's degree is preferred and collegiate swim experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Significant experience with competitive swimming.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; collegiate swim experience is a plus.
• Ability to attend practices and meets.
• Experience managing relationships with athletes, coaches, and parents; knowledge of the four competitive strokes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coaching during practices and meets.
• Support planning and communication for the season outside of active practices.
• Maintain professional relationships with athletes, coaches and parents.

Skills

Competitive swimming experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Trinity School, a co-educational, K-12 institution located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, seeks part-time Varsity Assistant Swim Coaches for the 2026-2027 Winter season. These part-time, seasonal, stipended position begin on November 3, 2026 and end on February 26, 2027, although planning and communication outside of the season is required. The season includes a Thanksgiving break and several other holidays.

Specific qualifications include significant experience with competitive swimming. A Bachelor's degree is preferred and collegiate swim experience is a plus. Qualified candidates will embrace the unique role of athletics in an independent school setting; have strong organizational skills; have experience in effectively managing relationships with athletes, coaches, and parents; have a solid understanding of the four competitive strokes; and be able to attend practices and meets. Practices occur on weekdays with times varying between 2:45 and 5:45 PM. There are approximately 8 meets which may last beyond 5:45 PM.

Qualified candidates will also possess intellectual curiosity, strong communication skills, commitment to ongoing professional development, openness to others' ideas, eagerness to extend themselves for others, and a sense of humor.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Trinity School seeks candidates who will add to the diversity of its school community.

Rate of Pay: $5,750.00 for the indoor season (November 3, 2026 - February 26, 2027)