Varsity Diving Coach (Upper School)

Greenhills School; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 3,000 - 8,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenhills School in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is seeking a qualified diving coach for the Upper School girls' swim and dive team. We value diversity, inclusive community, and student-centered coaching that fosters growth, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

The ideal candidate will provide developmentally appropriate coaching, maintain high safety standards, and collaborate with middle school coaches to ensure program continuity while encouraging multi-sport participation and strong academic achievement.

Qualifications

• Current First Aid and CPR certification required.
• Concussion Education and Athlete Safety course required.
• Coaching experience at middle school or high school level preferred.
• Working knowledge of the sport and understanding of the sport's rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated interest in and aptitude for performing the coaching assignment.
• Sport playing experience.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Greenhills procedures and policies as outlined in the MHSAA and Greenhills coaches' handbooks.
• Provide clear instructional strategies and developmentally appropriate practices and training sessions.
• Promote a positive attitude and academic achievement.
• Reflect on coaching practices and seek out opportunities for professional development.
• Support and encourage multiple sport participation for students.
• Practice clear, timely, and professional communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Availability in the afternoons daily for practices and/or contests. Some weekends also.
• Cultivate student accountability and commitment to the team.
• Coordinate with middle school coaches to ensure continuity of the program and help recruit and support coaches.
• Ensure the safety of students by providing a clean and safe environment, appropriate supervision, safety instruction, and regular facility and equipment inspection.

Job description

Description

The Athletic Department has an opening for a qualified and dynamic diving coach for the Upper School girls' swim and dive team. Greenhills School is eager to consider applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in independent school communities. We are committed to building a diverse and talented team of student-centered coaches who serve as positive role models. We invite candidates who employ effective instructional methods, value collaborative teamwork, and actively seek student feedback. Our ideal coach is dedicated to reflective practice, committed to continual professional growth, and eager to contribute to our warm, inclusive, and welcoming school community. Greenhills seeks a candidate who embraces the challenge of fielding a highly competitive team of motivated student-athletes.

Requirements

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply and meet all Greenhills procedures and policies as outlined in the MHSAA and Greenhills coaches' handbooks
• Provide clear instructional strategies and developmentally appropriate practices and training sessions
• Promote a positive attitude and academic achievement
• Reflect on coaching practices and seek out opportunities for professional development
• Support and encourage multiple sport participation for students
• Practice clear, timely, and professional communication with students, parents, and colleagues
• Availability in the afternoons daily for practices and/or contests. Some weekends also.
• Cultivate student accountability and commitment to the team
• The varsity head coach will also be expected to coordinate with the coaches of the middle school team, ensuring continuity of the program and helping recruit and support coaches.
• Ensure the safety of students by providing a clean and safe environment, appropriate supervision, safety instruction, and regular facility and equipment inspection
• Serve as a role model in maintaining appropriate standards of care for students and maintaining healthy boundaries in student and professional relationships

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Current First Aid and CPR certification will be required
• Concussion Education and Athlete Safety course will be required
• Proven coaching experience at the middle school or high school level preferred
• Working knowledge of the sport and understanding of the sport's rules and regulations
• Demonstrated interest in and aptitude for performing the coaching assignment
• Sport playing experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work is conducted primarily in an athletic environment/gymnasiums, fitness centers, and outdoor athletic venues
• Use fitness and athletic equipment
• Physical agility to frequently lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height; and to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, stand, walk, and reach overhead.
• Must be able to ascend and descend stairs
• Work in and be exposed to outdoor weather elements
• Greenhills School property is a tobacco‑free environment.

The essential functions and basic skills have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This position description is subject to change at any time.

Greenhills School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Greenhills School does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or national or ancestral origin in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other School-administered programs, or in the administration of its hiring and employment practices.