Girls Swim- Dive Coach

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Girls Swim- Dive Coach provides coaching, athlete development, and supervisory responsibilities for an athletic program at Liberty High School. The coach is responsible to the Athletic Director and/or a head coach. Compensation for extra-pay positions is contingent upon District approval of the associated athletic event during the school year. The position includes communicating program expectations, supporting athletes’ individual and team development, planning practices and character development, managing equipment and program responsibilities, supervising athletes and facilities, and communicating with stakeholders. Coaches must follow the rules and regulations of governing bodies and district policies, and attend to athlete injuries in coordination with the athletic trainer and parents. The role is performed in a professional school environment, primarily independently and frequently with others, indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally. Work may include scheduled school/work hours and extended hours or days as directed. The noise level may range from quiet to loud, and the position requires frequent in-person and other communication with students, the public, and staff.

Requirements

ASEP Certification - American Sport Education Program.
CHSAA Certification - Colorado High School Activities Association.
High school graduate; high school diploma or equivalent.
NFHS Coaching Fundamentals Certification - National Federation of State High Schools.
Ability to be flexible and patient in work demands.
Ability to assist students in assigned areas and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the public.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and interact with the public courteously and professionally.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and understand data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands, set clear priorities, and work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed.
Commitment to students’ education as a primary responsibility.
Ability to work well with others in a team setting.
Effective organizational and time-management skills; detail-oriented.
Cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills.
Student-centered and relationship-focused; promotes a positive climate, culture, and community.
Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness.
Energetic, creative, innovative, and flexible.

Nice To Haves

Teacher License: Initial - Colorado Department of Education.
Teacher License: Professional - Colorado Department of Education.

Responsibilities

Report consistently for work as scheduled and perform other duties as assigned.
Meet established performance standards, seek feedback, and pursue professional growth and learning.
Communicate high expectations for athlete behavior and communicate regularly with the Athletic Director.
Manage fiscal responsibilities in a timely manner.
Demonstrate knowledge of the sport, applicable policies and rules, game management strategies, athlete development, and governing-body regulations.
Provide fair, patient, and understanding leadership that fosters a positive environment.
Communicate professionally and promptly with stakeholders using appropriate methods, and build positive, respectful relationships.
Build and maintain a program that supports individual and team growth and provides athletes opportunities for individual and team success.
Apply strategies and tactics to maximize opportunities for competitive success.
Maintain, inventory, store, and reorder equipment before the season.
Evaluate assistant coaches where applicable.
Establish and consistently use clear, proactive communication procedures and value stakeholder input.
Monitor athlete injuries, communicate with the athletic trainer and parents, take a proactive approach to injuries, and ensure medical release before return to play.
Plan character development for athletes on daily, weekly, monthly, and annual schedules.
Prepare detailed practice plans that advance individual skills and strategy development.
Submit rosters, transportation requests, and certifications by established deadlines.
Supervise facilities and athletes before, during, and after practices and competitions.