WINTER COACHING POSITIONS - Swimming/Diving Varsity Coach WHS

Westfield Public Schools; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 4,300 - 4,600; Part time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Swimming Varsity Coach at Westfield High School. The stipend is commensurate with the district's Unit A contract, Appendix B, with no benefits. Position is after school/evening and contingent on funding.

Starting date is immediate; the application deadline is posted until filled. The salary range is $4,259 to $4,638 as a stipend for the season.

Qualifications

• Qualities include emotional stability and ability to serve as a role model for students.
• Strong knowledge of the theory and practice of the sport as taught to secondary school students.
• Commitment to teamwork, sportsmanship and adherence to sport rules.
• Ability to work cooperatively with coaching staff and school administrators.
• CPR certification is required by the district.
• Background checks and NFHS concussion certification are required prior to working with students.

Responsibilities

• Be present from the first tryout day until the last day of the season, with practices/competition at least five days a week.
• Supervise teams at all times and ensure athlete welfare.
• Collect uniforms and equipment at season end.
• Maintain fair, unprejudiced relationships with athletes and staff.

Skills

Emotional stability

Role model for students

Sport coaching knowledge

Team player

Knowledge of sport rules

Coaching staff collaboration

CPR certification

Job description

WINTER COACHING POSITIONS - Swimming/Diving Varsity Coach WHS

Westfield Public Schools High School Athletics - Westfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5960166

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Westfield Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Swimming Varsity Coach

Stipend commensurate with Westfield Public Schools Unit A contract, Appendix B. No benefits.

This position subject to funding.

Position Type: After school/Evening

Salary: $4,259 to $4,638 Stipend

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Qualities and characteristics looked for in the above vacancies are as follows:
  • Emotional stability
  • Ability and willingness to serve as role model for students
  • Knowledge of and ability to teach the theory and practice of the sport within the abilities of secondary school-age students
  • Emphasis on team play, obedience to rules, good sportsmanship, and knowledge of the sport
  • Consideration for other sports activities in the school
  • Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the coaching staff and with school administrators
• All coaches are expected to:
  • Abide by the rules of the school as specified in the student handbook, the MIAA, the PVIAC, the MVADA, and the rules of the sport.
  • Be present from the first tryout day until the last day of the season; with team participation (practices or competition) at a minimum of five days a week.
  • Supervise your teams at all times.
  • Collect all uniforms and equipment from their athletes at the end of each season.
  • Maintain a fair, unprejudiced relationship with the athletes and have their physical and mental welfare in consideration at all times.
• All hired coaches are required to complete the following PRIOR TO WORKING WITH ANY STUDENTS:
  • CORI background check
  • Fingerprint-based state and national background check (Chapter 459 of the Acts of 2012, as amended by Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2013 - An Act Relative to Background Checks)
  • Complete the Annual NFHS Concussion in Sports Certification
  • All coaches shall have a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross or other agency or organization approved by the department of public health. This requirement shall not apply to a coach with a physical disability.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Greg Vouros
• 177 Montgomery Road
• Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]