Assistant Swim Coach

St. Christopher•Richmond, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Christopher's School, the largest all-boys school in Virginia and one of the largest and oldest boys' schools in the Mid-Atlantic region, and St. Catherine's, our sister school, seek an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and dedicated Assistant Swim Coach for the winter season. The Assistant Swim Coach will work closely with the Head Coach to mentor, train, and develop student-athletes in stroke mechanics, race strategy, endurance, and sportsmanship. The ideal candidate aligns with the educational missions of both schools, emphasizing character development, academic excellence, leadership, and team culture. Serving approximately 1,054 boys in Grades JK-12 in Richmond, Virginia, St. Christopher's is an Episcopal school committed to cultivating a community that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming. We pride ourselves on bringing out the best in every boy. Our boys benefit from an education and curriculum that is holistic, including academics, the arts, athletics, and service learning. The St. Christopher's experience is further differentiated by a strong emphasis on our Community Pillars - honor & integrity, the pursuit of excellence, and community & brotherhood.

Requirements

A commitment to St. Christopher's mission, Community Pillars, Portrait of a Saint, policies, and initiatives
A commitment to best practices in education, as articulated in the School's Teaching Excellence Document, and a dedication to best practices for boys, as espoused by the St. Christopher's Center for the Study of Boys
A clear commitment to diversity, community, and inclusion in school communities, as expressed in the St. Christopher's Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Deep understanding of NFHS / VISAA swimming rules, stroke mechanics, race tactics, and training principles
American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers & First Aid (Required upon hire)
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with high school and/or middle school student-athletes effectively
Ability to pass standard background checks and complete required school safety training programs.
Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods of time
Must be able to circulate among students on a pool deck
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds

Nice To Haves

Prior swim coaching experience (club, high school, or collegiate) or competitive collegiate swimming experience preferred
Safety Training for Swim Coaches or Lifeguard Certification (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and executing daily practices focusing on stroke technique, turns, starts, and conditioning during standard afternoon practice times and select morning sessions.
Provide constructive feedback and individualized instruction to swimmers of varying skill levels.
Help develop event entries, lineups, and strategic seedings for dual meets, championship meets, and invitationals.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging team environment focused on sportsmanship and personal growth.
Assist with home meet setup, timing system management, and cleanup.
Travel with the team to away meets, ensuring student safety, proper supervision, and punctual schedule adherence.
Monitor student-athlete welfare, injury reporting, and adherence to safety guidelines during dryland and pool sessions.
Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, coaching staff, and athletic department directors.
Support team traditions, senior recognitions, and team event planning.
Model integrity, leadership, and positive citizenship in alignment with the core values of St. Christopher's and St. Catherine's Schools.