UPPER SCHOOL: BOYS/GIRLS VARSITY DIVING COACH
Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Ga., with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school strives to provide an environment that cultivates a spirit of service, respect for diversity, global citizenship and character. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents, caregivers, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Working closely with the Head Boys/Girls Swimming Coach, the varsity diving coach is responsible for supporting and initiating various aspects of the diving program, such as program development, training, and coaching team members. The coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Pace Academy. Pace Academy is a member of the GHSA (www.ghsa.net).
Duties include:
Provide daily team coaching in partnership with the coaching staff
Represent Pace Academy and the boys/girls swimming/diving program in a professional manner and within the bounds of good sportsmanship
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Possess and maintain a coaching philosophy in alignment with the Pace Academy mission
Experience coaching and a good understanding of how to work with Upper School student-athletes
A strong commitment to the student-athlete concept
Effective leadership and coaching skills
Good communication skills with players, parents and caregivers and the Office of Athletics
An energetic, self-motivated, flexible, punctual and dependable personality; must be a team player
WORK HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:
A mid-October to mid-February seasonal appointment. On campus responsibilities from 3:30 pm until 6:30 pm three days a week, including Saturday mornings. Coaching responsibilities may, on occasion, result in extended weekday or weekend commitments. All coaches are employed on an annual basis and continued employment is based on annual performance reviews conducted by the Head Boys/Girls Swimming Coach & Director of Athletics.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Standing and walking for extended periods during practices and games.
Able to squat, stoop, kneel, reach above the head, reach forward, and repeat the same hand motion often.
Coaching in all weather extremes, including heat, cold, rain, and/or snow.
Longer hours during the competitive season, including evenings and weekends.
Light to moderate lifting
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Director of Athletics and Varsity Boys/Girls Head Swimming Coach
FLSA Status: Exempt, Seasonal
How to Apply:
Attach the following in a Word or PDF format; Resume, Cover Letter, List of three references when applying online.
This is an exempt position that is paid a coaching stipend for the season
See more about Pace Academy Athletics at: https://www.paceacademy.org/athletics/about-pace-athletics
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer