Head Swim Coach

Mount Saint Joseph Academy is seeking a Head Swimming & Diving Coach for a part-time position in the Athletic Department. The successful candidate will help build players’ confidence and skill, and will exhibit a commitment to a positive and inclusive environment that encourages athletic development, teamwork, and personal growth. She/he will effectively interact with all types of audiences, such as school administrators, colleagues, parents, students, and community members to build our reputation at the highest level. 

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Role and Responsibilities

The head coach leads the team’s development by providing high-quality instruction and fostering a positive, athlete-centered team culture. Responsibilities will include:

• Training a team of athletes on a constant basis for the ideal physical condition for swim & dive by using proven methods to help improve technical skill advancement, holistic training and performance, and game-day execution 

• Teaching rules and regulations to help athletes develop a high level of understanding.

• Monitoring athlete development and well-being, and helping to maintain a safe and high-functioning training environment for both individual and team.

• Collaborating across coaching staff to ensure consistency of training, standards, goals, selection, and strategies for the team

• Maintaining standards of performance consistent with the Mount’s goals of personal, academic, and athletic excellence 

• Maintaining top quality of team equipment, supplies, facilities, and conditioning materials.

• Report meet results as required.

• Report injuries, incidents, or concerns to the school immediately.  Follow all protocols and directions for appropriate communication with affected persons (school administration, parents, emergency personnel, etc.).

• Instilling the values of hard work, determination, resilience, and teamwork

• Reinforcing a strong team culture rooted in the values of the Mount and Mount Athletics program

• Maintaining consistent, proactive communication with the Athletic Director to ensure alignment on program goals, athlete development, team needs, and adherence to departmental policies and expectations.

The coach will serve as a positive role model and will represent Mount Saint Joseph Academy with distinction while promoting long-term athlete development, performance improvement, and love for the sport.

Schedule

Practices are 5-6 days/week on campus in Flourtown, PA or at Arcadia’s Lenox Pool. The team competes in the Athletic Association of Catholic Academies (AACA) Conference and is a member of PIAA District 1.  

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree with previous collegiate swim experience and/or swim coaching experience. Coaches will need to be CPR/First Aid Certified (or the ability to become certified). Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support peer and student-athlete engagement are necessary.

Compensation

Coaches are paid a seasonal stipend.

Employee Classification:         Exempt

Position Type:                           Part-time    

Expected Hours of Work:        Varies according to Team Schedule and Needs    

Reports to:                                Athletic Director