Varsity Crew Coach

agnesirwinschool; Rosemont (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Agnes Irwin School in Rosemont, PA, is seeking an experienced Varsity Crew Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves leading the Varsity Crew program across three seasons, requiring extensive sculling experience and management skills.

Responsibilities include coaching, training, and fostering student-athlete growth. A Bachelor’s Degree and coaching expertise are required, as is a commitment to student safety and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience developing rowing athletes and coordinating a team of coaches.
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Knowledge of safety measures for student‑athletes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Varsity Crew program as head coach.
• Manage training sessions with an emphasis on safety.
• Attend practices and regattas to coach the team.

Skills

Experience sculling

Coaching and teaching strategies

Organizational skills

Leadership and sportsmanship

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Boater safety course

Job description

Position Description

The Agnes Irwin School, a PreK through 12 all-girls’ school in Rosemont, PA, is looking for an experienced Varsity Crew Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. This position is responsible for the growth and continued development of the Varsity Crew program at Agnes Irwin. This is a three season (fall, winter, spring) position and requires extensive sculling experience and background in management of crew boats and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Leadership of the Varsity Crew program as head coach
• Increase participation numbers of student‑athletes participating in the crew program
• Build and strategize training and competition plans for three seasons of rowing
  • Fall - club training season
  • Winter - training season
  • Spring - high school competition season
• Coordinate practice sessions and training programs with an emphasis on athletic growth and development as well as safety
• Attend all practices and regattas; coach team to build cohesive and competitive success on the water
• Promote a positive attitude, academic achievement, personal growth and leadership development through participation as a rower
• Manage and maintain program’s extensive equipment inventory
• Hire, if needed, and supervise assistant coaches
• Assist student‑athletes in the college recruiting process
• Recruit student‑athletes of high academic and athletic potential to Agnes Irwin
• Comply with all Agnes Irwin procedures and policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience sculling and coaching sculling, and teaching skills and strategies that apply to the skill level of the student‑athletes
• Experience developing rowing athletes, leading/coordinating a team of coaches, and developing and advancing a long‑term program vision and plan
• Evidenced ability to maintain and consistently exemplify the highest standards of professionalism, leadership, sportsmanship and respect
• Proven organizational and motivational skills
• Demonstrated abilities in communication and community relations
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with students, staff, administration, and parents
• Knowledge of appropriate safety measures to ensure the well‑being of student‑athletes
• Experience working with an Athletic Trainer, ensuring student‑athletes receive proper medical and physical training services
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Boater safety course
• Ability to drive school van; tow crew boat trailer and chuckwagon

The Agnes Irwin School does not discriminate in any term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state, or local law.