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Overview The Rockwall ISD is seeking a qualified swim coach for the upcoming season (August 2019). We are looking for a Head High School swim coach that is willing and able to coach with the on-site club team, and perform facility duties as necessary. This position will NOT require a teaching certification, but it is preferred. The HS season runs from August through February, but has an “off-season” component for the remainder of the school year (athletics is co-curricular) which includes water polo. The RISD Aquatic Center is a 56,000 sq.ft, 50 meter X 25 yard facility with 2 movable bulkheads, 2X1m and 2X3m diving boards and a 4-lane swim lesson pool. RACE is a year-round swim team with roughly 375 members that include 13 different levels (visit www.rockwallaquatics.com for more team information). RACE has achieved 3 Silver Level and 3 Bronze Level National Club Excellence Awards from USA Swimming over the last 6 years. Responsibilities and Expectations -Write, attend, actively coach and supervise all scheduled/assigned HS and club practices, including every weekday morning, evening, most Saturdays and in the summer (club only). -Be willing and prepared to coach practice groups, and meets, on weekends and on/around holidays. -Work closely with RACE head coach on developing a comprehensive program to maximize potential for kids that simultaneously swim HS and club. -Assist Head Coach and/or Head Age-Group Coach with all scheduled/assigned wet and dry duties. -Along with RHS Head Coach, run the RISD 2nd grade swim safety program during the fall semester. -Be willing and able to coach HS water polo after swimming season is complete -Be willing and able to help organize and run swim/polo meets (experience with Team Unify, Hy-Tek Team/Meet Manager and Daktronics preferred). -Attend all staff meetings and team functions -Prepare for, attend and actively coach meets, meet-related activities -Be willing to understand, adopt and incorporate Rockwall ISD policies and procedures into your daily work responsibilities. -Be willing to adopt and incorporate RACE team philosophies and goals into your coaching -Honor and promote RACE Swimming traditions and spirit -Demonstrate, teach and encourage good technique and sportsmanship -Communicate with swimmers, parents and other coaches in a productive and professional manner (in person or through email, phone, etc.) -Handle disciplinary/behavioral matters professionally Qualifications - Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills - Excellent organization skills - Minimum of 3 years of swim coaching experience (UIL and USA preferred) -ASCA Level 3 preferred - Background in competitive swimming (Collegiate experience preferred) - Proven ability to work in a team environment - Maintain current First-Aid, CPR, AED and lifeguard certification - Successfully complete USA Swimming background check, athlete protection training, and athlete safety training. -Successfully complete Rockwall ISD background check -State of Texas Teacher Certification preferred Compensation $50,000-55,000 salary. Commensurable with Experience

Kachemak Swim Club (kachemakswim.org) in gorgeous Homer, Alaska ( https://www.cityofhomer-ak.gov ; one of Sunset Magazine’s Top 10 Dream Towns in the West) is a growing USA Swim Club of approximately 100 members.  The following position will remain open until filled and is intended to demonstrate how a dynamic person could make a living as an aquatics professional in our small, but vibrant community.  We are seeking: an Assistant Head Coach for KSC’s gold and senior teams, a Homer High School swim coach, a swim lesson administrator, and a senior lifeguard/aquacise instructor.  The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills and demonstrated abilities to attract, retain and develop swimmers of all ages and abilities; to help set and achieve team goals; to inspire swimmers to meet personal goals; and to work cooperatively with the head coach, with school administration, with parents and with the board of directors.  Applications, which should include résumé, cover letter highlighting coaching philosophy and references are being accepted on an ongoing basis at kachemakswimclub@gmail.com .