2026-27 Assistant Swim Coach - Paradise Valley HS

Paradise Valley USD 69•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The job of Assistant Coach is done for the purpose of designing and implementing program activities in accordance with applicable rules and regulations related to the sport; providing supervision of student athletes during all aspects of their participation in program; using sound instructional techniques in overseeing program; serving as a positive role model to student athletes to the community, and to various organizations. Individuals in this job classification are assigned to a position for a specific sport at the Varsity, JV/Frosh or Junior High level.

Requirements

Job related experience is required.
High school diploma or equivalent.
ALL COACHES MUST BE A DISTRICT APPROVED VOLUNTEER. PLEASE ALSO APPLY FOR Chaperone /Community Volunteer/Volunteer Coach
Adapting to changing work priorities
Administering first aid
Applying pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations
Organizing and communicating information and concepts
Basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios
Review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions
Analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions
Equipment used in activity/program
Injury prevention and appropriate treatment protocols
Pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations
Participant eligibility, attendance and discipline guidelines
Public relations protocols
Relevant professional standards and practices
Safety practices and procedures
Schedule activities, meetings, and/or events
Gather and/or collate data
Consider a wide variety of factors when using equipment
Flexibility to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances
Work with data utilizing defined and similar processes
Operate equipment using defined methods
Work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups
Work with data of varied types and/or purposes
Utilize a variety of types of job-related equipment
Problem solving to analyze issues and create action plans
Independent interpretation of guidelines for problem solving with data
Moderate to significant problem solving with equipment
Communicating with persons of varied educational and cultural backgrounds
Dealing with frequent interruptions
Exhibiting strong leadership
Maintaining confidentiality
Meeting deadlines and schedules
Modeling sportsmanship and enforcing sportsmanlike behavior among students
Motivating participating student athletes
Providing a firm, fair, and consistent discipline approach
Setting priorities
Working extended hours that may include evenings and/or weekends
Continuing Educ./Training
Criminal Background Clearance
Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card www.azdps.gov/services/public/fingerprint

Responsibilities

Assesses student athletes for the purpose of providing feedback to students on their individual performance and/or determining team placement.
Attends a variety of meetings, workshops, conferences, etc. for the purpose of receiving and conveying information related to their role.
Communicates with parents, students, officials, administrators and community for the purpose of providing information, assistance and/or direction.
Instructs student athletes for the purpose of promoting individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Maintains a variety of records (e.g. game/student athlete statistics, insurance, signed permission forms, emergency information, schedules, equipment inventories, etc.) for the purpose of complying with district, athletic conference, and state requirements.
Manages uniforms, equipment and school facilities for the purpose of maintaining items in a responsible and safe manner.
Monitors student athletes' academic eligibility for the purpose of both complying with AIA requirements as well as providing appropriate intervention (e.g. counseling, tutoring, etc.) to students identified as needing assistance to maintain their athletic eligibility.
Supervises student athletes during all areas of participation for the purpose of ensuring activities are conducted in an environment with minimal risk of injury to the participants.
Teaches sports techniques, playing rules, strategies, and playing tactics for the purpose of preparing the team and individual student athletes for the competition.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.