Natatorium Assistant Coach - Iron Horse Aquatics Club Team (Full Time)

Reports To

Swim and Dive Coordinator / Head Club Coach

Work Year Days

226

Primary Purpose

To coach or assist in running one or more groups for our club swim team.  Assist the Head Coach and the Head Age Group Coach in day-to-day operations of the team as needed.  Work with the Head Coach and the Head Age Group Coach in developing a seasonal plan, writing daily workouts, and daily on-deck coaching responsibilities as determined by the Head Coach.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:Eighteen years or older

Current USA Swimming (USAS) Coach Certified

Current Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures

Ability to instruct and supervise athletes

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Mentally and physically fit

Knowledge of USA Swimming rules

Genuine enthusiasm for working with athletes of all ages (5-18)

Capable of responding calmly in emergency situations

Experience:Previous competitive club / interscholastic / college swimming experience (preferred)

Previous coaching and/or advanced swim lesson instruction experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instruction:

Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in swimming.

Assist in all swimming activities, contests and practices sessions to promote the individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship as directed by Head Coach.

Work with Head Coach/Head Age Group Coach to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.

 

Program Management:

Assist in establishing performance criteria for competition and evaluate athlete’s athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.

Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Work with Head Coach to schedule and cover competitions and plan season activities including practices, special events, and meets.

Ability to write a seasonal plan for multiple training groups.

Ability to write age and ability-specific daily workouts.

Attend meets in which club team athletes are entered.

Other duties as assigned by Head Coach, Natatorium Staff, or Athletic Department.

 

Student Management: 

Accompany and supervise divers during diving competitions both at home and at away meets.

Follow directives from Head Dive Coach in applying and enforcing athlete discipline during contests, practices, and while on trips off school property in accordance with the Iron Horse Aquatics Handbook.

Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.

 

Communication:

Establish and maintain open, effective, and professional communication with parents, athletes, and staff in conjunction with the Head Coach.

Follow established chain of command when working through all situations.

Attend all required meetings.

Demonstrate loyalty and positively promote the program to all stakeholders.

 

Administration:

Maintain current safety training and USA Swimming Certifications.

Assist in selection of equipment and instructional materials.

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records and other documents required.

Assist in the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment and maintain current inventory of all equipment and fixed assets within program.

Maintain accurate daily attendance rosters.

Other Duties as Assigned

Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.

Work Relationships

Frisco ISD is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that honors and supports the social and emotional well-being of all.  Employees are expected to interact in a manner that is becoming of educators and promotes high levels of productivity for the benefit of the students we serve.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.  Frequent districtwide and statewide travel;