Non-Collegiate Employment Opportunities
Pingry School (N.J.) Seeks Head Coed Water Polo Coach (March 1, 2024)
The Pingry School seeks a head varsity coed water polo coach.
About Pingry: The Pingry School, a K-12 coeducational, independent country day school, is recognized throughout the United States for its academic excellence, Honor Code, arts, athletics and community and civic engagement. The school’s mission is to foster in students a lifelong commitment to scholarly exploration, personal growth, and social responsibility while preparing them to be global citizens and luminaries of the 21st century. Dr. John F. Pingry founded the school in 1861 in Elizabeth, New Jersey, and today there are three campuses: Grades K-5 in Short Hills, Grades 6-12 in Basking Ridge, and a shared campus for Grades K-12 in Pottersville that focuses on experiential education. The diverse student body is composed of more than 1,100 students from nearly 100 towns in New Jersey and New York. For more information, visit the school’s website, pingry.org, or follow The Pingry School on Facebook and Twitter.
Position Summary: The Pingry School prides itself on a rich academic and athletic success history. Developing student-athletes of equal passion and character is a priority of our program. We offer over 83 different teams in the Middle and Upper Schools, and over 90% of our Upper School students play at least one interscholastic sport. From fielding championship teams to encouraging participation among our youngest students, we aim to cultivate athletic excellence. This is a part-time stipended coaching position.
Requirements:
● Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate young athletes towards achieving their personal and team goals.
● A thorough understanding of water polo techniques, strategies, and rules, with the ability to impart this knowledge effectively to student-athletes.
● Excellent communication skills, capable of providing clear instructions, constructive feedback, and constant encouragement to team members.
● Commitment to the Pingry School’s mission of scholarly exploration, personal growth, and social responsibility, and the capacity to instill these values in student-athletes.
● Willingness to collaborate closely with other coaching staff and school administrators to ensure the overall success of the athletic program.
● Adherence to all school policies and regulations, as well as the ethical standards and sportsmanship expected by the Pingry School and its athletic programs.
Qualifications:
● Demonstrated experience in water polo, with preference given to candidates who have competed at the collegiate level or possess substantial high school experience.
● Prior coaching experience, preferably within an educational environment that highlights a candidate’s ability to foster athletic, emotional, and psychological development.
● Ability to commit to the time requirements of the position, including the ability to travel to practices and games, some of which may be scheduled during weekends. Practices for Upper School Athletics commence at 3:30 pm, with varying end times.
● A deep commitment to upholding the values of honor and character and a keen ability to engage with and respect diverse groups further enrich our inclusive school community.
● Must have a valid driver’s license.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at https://www.pingry.org/careers, demonstrating their alignment with Pingry’s values and their vision for contributing to the water polo coaching team.
Tacoma (Wash.) Public Schools/Lincoln High School Seek Head & Assistant Women’s Water Polo Coaches (January 29, 2024)
Lincoln High School – part of the Tacoma (Wash.) Public School system – seeks head and assistant women’s water polo coaches.
Head Coach
Expected Start Date: February 15, 2024
Season Dates: February 26, 2024 – May 25, 2024
Salary Level: $28.41/hour
Examples Of Duties: This position instructs high school athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success in their program. The employee must understand and abide by all building, Tacoma School District and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) policies, regulations, procedures and guidelines.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Supervises assistant coaches and student athletes to promote effective student learning through participation in athletic activities.
2. Plans, develops and implements an effective program for the particular sport to prepare athletes both physically and mentally to participate with confidence and self-assurance in athletic contests; formulates behavioral objectives for the coming sports season; administers discipline when necessary in a fair and consistent manner; emphasizes safety precautions; provides opportunities for each participant to achieve some success; schedules preseason meeting with parents to establish a personal relationship and to review the total scope of the program; informs participants prior to season about the district’s policies and regulations and extracurricular activity contract.
3. Organizes practice sessions that are both stimulating and instructive, and conducted on a regular daily basis with the idea of developing the athlete’s greatest potential; teaches basic fundamental skills of the sport; prepares daily practice activities and keeps records on file; emphasizes and promotes good sportsmanship in the conduct of team members and coaches; abides by regulations in the district Coaches’ Handbook.
4. Assumes responsibility for all phases of the program involving coordination of facility use in conjunction with building athletic director; follows building and district procedures for budgeting and purchase of equipment through ASB; follows district procedures for handling injuries; submits to the athletic trainer a list of names of students who sustain incapacitating injuries during the season; maintains injury records in conjunction with athletic trainer; prearranges transportation with the building athletic director.
5. Informs students and parents of the proper procedures of eligibility and special rules for the particular sport; posts rules and issues them to each participant.
6. Establishes an effective system for issuing equipment and maintaining records including dates and times of issuance; assures the systematic return of all equipment, the cleaning and storing of equipment; performs weekly safety check for all equipment; holds students responsible for lost equipment; completes inventory lists and provides copies to the building athletic director.
7. Issues letters and awards in accordance with previously established written regulations on file with the building athletic director; makes written recommendations to building athletic director, regarding program, facilities, and transportation problems; assists the building athletic director and district athletic director in achieving the objectives of the school’s athletic program
Other Job Duties:
1. Attends all district and building athletic meetings as called by building athletic director and/or district athletic director.
2. Updates knowledge by attending clinics, workshops, and maintaining familiarity with current athletic programs; keeps current with regard to rule changes as adopted by WIAA and Tacoma School District
3. Performs related duties as assigned.
Conditions: Work with students in outdoor playing fields, indoor and outdoor courts, gymnasium, swimming pool or other sports facilities; physical ability to lift and move sports equipment and demonstrate sports skills when necessary; may be exposed to infectious diseases and inclement weather.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent and a minimum of three years of experience as an assistant coach; must be at least 21 years of age (WIAA regulation); or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work and that meets federal and state requirements.
Allowable Substitution: Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be evaluated by the Human Resources department for comparability.
Licenses/Special Requirements
- First Aid Certificate, CPR card and AED training are required.
- Red Cross Safety Training or Lifeguard certification is also required for swimming, diving and water polo coaches.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of building, Tacoma School District, and WIAA policies, regulations, procedures and guidelines.
- Knowledge of effective coaching practices/techniques for the particular sport.
- Ability to comply with WIAA coaching standards.
- Ability to motivate students.
- Ability to exercise fairness in dealing with student athletes.
- Ability to conduct oneself in an ethical and exemplary manner at all times.
- Ability to maintain poise and composure during practice and games.
- Ability to relate to students of differing athletic abilities.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work and student relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate athletic activities.
- Ability to set-up and maintain accurate records and files.
Licenses/Special Requirements
- First Aid Certificate, CPR card and AED training are required.
- Red Cross Safety Training or Lifeguard certification is also required for swimming, diving and water polo coaches.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.
Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
- Civil Rights Coordinator: Renee Trueblood, 253-571-1252, civilrights@tacoma.k12.wa.us
- Title IX Coordinator: Wayne Greer, 253-571-1191, wgreer@tacoma.k12.wa.us
- 504 Coordinator, Elementary: Jennifer Herbold, 253-571-1096, jherbol@tacoma.k12.wa.us
- 504 Coordinator, Secondary: Megan Nelson, 253-571-1003, mnelson@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Mailing address: P.O. Box 1357, Tacoma, WA 98401-1357.
To apply, CLICK HERE.
Assistant Coach
Expected Start Date: February 15, 2024
Season Dates: February 26, 2024 – May 25, 2024
Salary Level: $19.89/hour
Examples Of Duties: This position instructs high school athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success in their program. The employee must understand and abide by all building, Tacoma School District and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) policies, regulations, procedures and guidelines.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Supervises student athletes to promote effective student learning through participation in athletic activities.
2. Plans, develops and implements an effective program for the particular sport to prepare athletes both physically and mentally to participate with confidence and self-assurance in athletic contests; formulates behavioral objectives for the coming sports season; administers discipline when necessary in a fair and consistent manner; emphasizes safety precautions; provides opportunities for each participant to achieve some success; schedules preseason meeting with parents to establish a personal relationship and to review the total scope of the program; informs participants prior to season about the district’s policies and regulations and extracurricular activity contract.
3. Organizes practice sessions that are both stimulating and instructive, and conducted on a regular daily basis with the idea of developing the athlete’s greatest potential; teaches basic fundamental skills of the sport; prepares daily practice activities and keeps records on file; emphasizes and promotes good sportsmanship in the conduct of team members and coaches; abides by regulations in the district Coaches’ Handbook.
4. Assumes responsibility for all phases of the program involving coordination of facility use in conjunction with building athletic director; follows building and district procedures for budgeting and purchase of equipment through ASB; follows district procedures for handling injuries; submits to the athletic trainer a list of names of students who sustain incapacitating injuries during the season; maintains injury records in conjunction with athletic trainer; prearranges transportation with the building athletic director.
5. Informs students and parents of the proper procedures of eligibility and special rules for the particular sport; posts rules and issues them to each participant.
6. Establishes an effective system for issuing equipment and maintaining records including dates and times of issuance; assures the systematic return of all equipment, the cleaning and storing of equipment; performs weekly safety check for all equipment; holds students responsible for lost equipment; completes inventory lists and provides copies to the building athletic director.
7. Issues letters and awards in accordance with previously established written regulations on file with the building athletic director; makes written recommendations to building athletic director, regarding program, facilities, and transportation problems; assists the building athletic director and district athletic director in achieving the objectives of the school’s athletic program
Other Job Duties:
1. Attends all district and building athletic meetings as called by building athletic director and/or district athletic director.
2. Updates knowledge by attending clinics, workshops, and maintaining familiarity with current athletic programs; keeps current with regard to rule changes as adopted by WIAA and Tacoma School District
3. Performs related duties as assigned.
Conditions: Work with students in outdoor playing fields, indoor and outdoor courts, gymnasium, swimming pool or other sports facilities; physical ability to lift and move sports equipment and demonstrate sports skills when necessary; may be exposed to infectious diseases and inclement weather.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent and a minimum of three years of experience as an assistant coach; must be at least 21 years of age (WIAA regulation); or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work and that meets federal and state requirements.
Allowable Substitution: Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be evaluated by the Human Resources department for comparability.
Licenses/Special Requirements
- First Aid Certificate, CPR card and AED training are required.
- Red Cross Safety Training or Lifeguard certification is also required for swimming, diving and water polo coaches.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of building, Tacoma School District, and WIAA policies, regulations, procedures and guidelines.
- Knowledge of effective coaching practices/techniques for the particular sport.
- Ability to comply with WIAA coaching standards.
- Ability to motivate students.
- Ability to exercise fairness in dealing with student athletes.
- Ability to conduct oneself in an ethical and exemplary manner at all times.
- Ability to maintain poise and composure during practice and games.
- Ability to relate to students of differing athletic abilities.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work and student relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate athletic activities.
- Ability to set-up and maintain accurate records and files.
Licenses/Special Requirements
- First Aid Certificate, CPR card and AED training are required.
- Red Cross Safety Training or Lifeguard certification is also required for swimming, diving and water polo coaches.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.
Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
- Civil Rights Coordinator: Renee Trueblood, 253-571-1252, civilrights@tacoma.k12.wa.us
- Title IX Coordinator: Wayne Greer, 253-571-1191, wgreer@tacoma.k12.wa.us
- 504 Coordinator, Elementary: Jennifer Herbold, 253-571-1096, jherbol@tacoma.k12.wa.us
- 504 Coordinator, Secondary: Megan Nelson, 253-571-1003, mnelson@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Mailing address: P.O. Box 1357, Tacoma, WA 98401-1357.
To apply, CLICK HERE.
Broward County (Fla.) Public Schools Seek Water Polo Coaches at Cypress Bay, Pompano Beach, J.P. Taravella & South Plantation High Schools (January 29, 2024)
The Broward County (Fla.) Public Schools seeks water polo coaches at Cypress Bay (Weston, Fla.), Pompano Beach (Pompano Beach, Fla.), J.P. Taravella (Coral Springs, Fla.) and South Plantation (Plantation, Fla.) High Schools.
Qualifications: Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of any General Education Development (GED) Testing Program. Florida State Statute mandates that all high school coaches hold a valid Florida Educator Certificate. Applicants who do not hold a valid Florida Educator Certificate will be required to obtain an Athletic Coaching Certificate from the Florida Department of Education. Knowledge of the sport and the ability to impart this knowledge.
RESPONSIBILITIES : The Coach shall
1. operate a program within the philosophy of the school.
2. ably administer game details for home and away contests.
3. assign assistant coach’s specific duties.
4. ensure that all information and materials are conveyed to assistants.
5. be fully aware of legal responsibilities of his/her activity, take precautions against negligence, and keep the staff fully informed thereof.
6. provide for care, maintenance, and ordering of equipment and facilities for the entire program.
7. recommend assistant coaches.
8. recommend letter winners.
9. use professionally sound coaching methods.
10. set a good example for assistants.
11. be highly competent in the activity (i.e. rules, techniques, strategies and skills).
12. motivate the staff and players toward desired goals.
13. set the pattern for wholesome public relations within the school, community and other schools involved.
14. interpret his/her program to the community as a part of the complete educational program.
15. review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibility.
16. ensure adherence to good safety procedures.
17. perform any other duties as may be assigned by the principal or athletic director.
18. follow federal and state laws, as well as School Board policies.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently as needed to move objects.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.
Please Note:
All candidates offered a position at the School Board of Broward County are subject to a national pre-employment background check. Employment is contingent upon the completion and review of a successful background check. All Applications are Subject to Florida Public Records Law.
To apply, CLICK HERE.
Spanish River High School/Palm Beach County School District (Fla.) Seeks Part-Time Water Polo Coach (January 29, 2024)
The Palm Beach County School District (Fla.) seeks a part-time water polo coach at Spanish River High School in Boca Raton.
BE AWARE:Many District positions are scheduled to work LESS than 12 months per year and LESS than 40 hours per week. Actual salary paid may be different from the 12 months per year and 40 hours per week default salary range example that is posted above.
Actual salary paid for all positions will be based on:
- Number of hours that are scheduled to work per week, and
- Number of days / months that are scheduled to work per year.
- Applicants that are not certain of the number of hours, the number of days / months, and the annual salary paid for a specific position should contact the HR Customer Care Center for the position’s information at 877-477-3722 (or PX 48777).
Applications
Changes cannot be made once an application has been submitted. An application may be withdrawn, but not deleted.
Resume
Please make sure your resume is uploaded into your profile.
General Information
All applicants who are recommended for employment shall be required to comply with procedures designated by the Superintendent and School Board Policy 3.10 (Policies can be located at: http://www.boarddocs.com/fl/palmbeach/Board.nsf/Public) in order to be eligible to work for the District. Such procedures shall include, but not be limited to:
- Completion of forms required by federal and state agencies and the School Board;
- Completion of forms related to the employee benefits package; and
- The School District of Palm Beach County is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All employment categories are subject to the completion of drug testing pursuant to School Board Policy 3.96 or 3.961. Any applicant who tests positive for a drug as defined in the policies will not be hired. In addition, only certain employment categories are subject to the completion of a pre-employment medical examination by, and the receipt of, a medical clearance from professionals selected by the School Board. The medical examination may consist of a physical examination and/or testing for potentially impairing, disabling, communicable and terminal diseases or conditions including, but not limited to, tuberculosis and other pulmonary diseases, carcinoma, acquired immune deficiency syndrome, diabetes, hypertension, anemia, cardiovascular diseases, muscular skeletal diseases or disorders, hearing and visual impairments, mental or nervous disorders, alcoholism, and drug abuse.
- Non-Instructional Applicants applying for some clerical positions will be required to take a Keyboarding Test. The applicants for those positions will have to meet the Word per Minute (WPM) requirement for the given position.
District Responsibilities
- Follows policies: Follows adopted policies and procedures in accordance with School Board priorities.
- Conduct: Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest traditions of public education and in support of the District’s Mission Statement.
- Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.
Furnish Records
Permission is hereby given to any agency of the government of the United States and/or any other agency, person, firm or corporation holding records considered confidential to furnish the Department of School Police and/or the Division of Human Resources of the School District of Palm Beach County all information desired involving me in any way, upon request. Such records, I understand, may include reasons for termination of employment, reasons for discharge from military services, criminal history, on-the-job performance, educational records, or any other personal information which may not otherwise be obtained without prior agreement. Included in this grant of authority is my permission to former employers.
EEO Statement
The School District of Palm Beach County abides by the laws and regulations of the federal and state governments prohibiting discrimination; supports actively and fully equal opportunity policies, programs and plans for its employees. Also, the School District actively encourages qualified applicants of all ethnic groups and both sexes to seek available employment opportunities with the School District of Palm Beach County. The District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of such individual’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, parental status, or marital status.
Applicants with a disability shall be considered for employment if they are qualified and meet the safety and performance requirements of the position.
Tobacco Free Preference
The use of tobacco and tobacco products is a known and established hazard to the health and well-being of those who use them. The health problems created by the use of these products contribute to the increase in health care costs and the rise in insurance premiums. It is in recognition of these factors that the School Board of Palm Beach County, Florida, is taking measures to develop a tobacco free workforce. As provided on the employment application, the District will provide a hiring preference for prospective employees who do not use tobacco or tobacco products.
To apply, CLICK HERE.
Huron High School (Mich.) Seeks Junior Varsity Women’s Water Polo Head Coach (January 29, 2024)
The Ann Arbor Public School (AAPS) system seeks a junior varsity women’s water polo head coach at Huron High School.
The non-contractual hourly position is an employee of PCMI (a third party administrator), while current contract staff will remain on payroll with AAPS. Position reports directly to the Athletic Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any of which may be waived by the Board of Education in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.
- EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledgeable about the rules and fundamental techniques required of the sport.
- Ability to obtain current CPR / First Aid/ Lifeguard Certification when applicable.
- Ability to work effectively with sport coaching staff parents and school staff
- EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Complies with M.H.S.A.A. policies and department / district policies.
- Maintains consistent communication with Athletic Director
- Develop positive self image with athletics
- Attends clinics / workshops related to sport.
- Utilize sound teaching methods to develop skills / techniques.
- Demonstrate public support / loyalty for coaches.
- Demonstrate positive team sportsmanship toward opponents and officials.
- Demonstrates effective management of pre-contest details.
- Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
- Add, subtract, and multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
REASONING ABILITY:
- Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
- Work with parents and children of diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
- Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and stand. Occasionally the employee will sit and or run. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the trunk while performing the duties of this job. The employee will frequently squat, stoop, kneel, reach above the head, reach forward and repeat the same hand motion many times while performing the duties of the job.
- The specific vision requirements of the job include good depth perception and occasionally being able to see objects/persons at a distance. While performing the duties of the job the employee frequently is required to hear conversation and a quiet as well as a noisy environment and be able to tell where a sound is coming from. The employee must be able to communicate to the team in order to give directions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will continuously work inside or outside depending on the sporting event. Occasionally the employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with public and other workers. The employee has direct responsibility for the safety, well-being and work output of others. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.
- Ann Arbor Public Schools is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ann Arbor Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
- All applicants must apply online at A2Schools.org -> District Links -> Job Postings.
Springfield Township High School (Pa.) Seeks Assistant Water Polo Coach (January 18, 2024)
The School District of Springfield Township (Pa.), located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, is seeking candidates who possess excellent interpersonal skills, the desire to work with energetic students, and the ability to relate well within the school community for the position of assistant water polo coach. SDST is committed to diversity in our workplace and welcomes the opportunity to consider all candidates.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience coaching sports/working with students preferred.
- PIAA Certification required within 2 years to be able to coach a PIAA sport.
Terms of Employment:
- If you are an external candidate and you are offered a position with the School District of Springfield Township, please be advised that the following information will be required before you are able to begin working:
- State Police Clearance (Act 34)
- Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)
- FBI Fingerprints (Act 114)
- School Health Record – includes physical & tb test from within a year
- Act 24 (PDE Form 6004) – Arrest/Conviction Report
- PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release- A separate form must be completed for:
- 1. Current employer; and
- 2. All former employers that were school entities; and
- 3. All former employers where you were in a position that involved direct contact with children.
To find more information about how to complete these documents go to the district Employment Opportunities website.
Pegasus Aquatics (Texas) Seeks Water Polo Coach (January 13, 2024)
Pegasus Water Polo Academy, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, seeks a Water Polo Coach to join their elite coaching staff in developing 200+ student-athletes (aged 7-18). Reporting to the Head Coach, the position is responsible for performing assistant coaching duties and assisting the Head Coach in managing and administrating the sports program. The ideal candidate will have experience playing NCAA Division I-3 level Water Polo and be passionate about student-athlete development.
Candidates must be US citizens or Permanent residents, be based in Dallas/DFW, or be willing to relocate to the metroplex.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Previous water polo playing experience at a highly competitive level
- Must have a positive energy attitude, be a team player & possess excellent communication skills.
- Be able to complete a background check successfully.
- Possess the ability and be passionate about training and motivating student-athletes
- Willingness to work flexible hours with frequent evenings and weekends and travel locally or nationally for tournaments.
Preferred
- Previous coaching/playing experience in NCAA DI-DIII is highly preferred
- Experience teaching waterpolo fundamentals to young/new athletes
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Strong desire to grow the sport and bring West/East Coast level of play to North Texas.
Responsibilities
- Serve as an assistant coach for the program, coaching athletic events, daily practices, and scheduled tournaments.
- Develop student-athletes, individually and as a team, demonstrating game techniques and assessing the need for individual and team improvement areas.
- Work closely with Pegasus Head Coach to implement Pegasus’ Athlete Development Plan.
- Manage admin tasks related to practice groups, competition teams, clinics, camps, and membership development (with support from Pegasus administrative director).
- Provide effective leadership to student-athletes and serve as a positive role model encouraging development, competitive performance, and good sportsmanship.
- Work with and communicate effectively with all team members and support staff within the Pegasus Community.
Salary varies depending on experience/qualifications.
Learn more about Pegasus here: https://www.teamunify.com/team/recpwpa/page/home
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 – $37.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Grade levels:
- High school
- Middle school
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Must have played or coached competitive water polo for 4 years or more
Ability to Commute:
- Dallas, TX 75206 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Dallas, TX 75206: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
For more information, CLICK HERE.
The Hill School (Pa.) Seeks Girls’ Water Polo Coach (January 12, 2024)
The Hill School, located in Pottstown, Pa., seeks a head varsity girls’ water polo coach.
- Reports To: Wilbur C. Riley Director of Athletics and Co-Curricular Activities
- Status: Exempt, 10-month Residential, Teaching Faculty
Position Summary: The Hill Athletics program creates opportunities for student-athletes to compete at the highest level of independent school sports. We are committed to providing an experience that develops character, emphasizes teamwork, and encourages healthy lifelong habits.
Reporting to our Director of Athletics, the head girls’ water polo coach will lead a program of varsity and JV girls’ water polo teams. All Hill head coaches will ensure that their programs serve to further promote the values we teach our students in all areas of school life. The integral work and leadership of our head varsity coaches is essential to the success of our athletics teams as well as the fulfillment of the School’s mission to prepare students fully for college, careers, and life. Start date August 2024
Responsibilities and Qualifications
Head varsity coaches are responsible for leading every facet of their respective program and must recognize that the commitment to fulfill the responsibilities below will entail a considerable amount of time both during and out of the season.
- Help recruit, develop, and retain coaches in their program.
- Work with the Admission Office to help identify student-athletes who will positively contribute to the School and to their athletics program. Actively work to recruit highly qualified student-athletes from both inside and outside the local community.
- Develop and manage a plan to develop student-athletes in the program.
- Devise daily practice plans.
- Collaborate with the Athletics Office on game scheduling.
- Remain current in the rules and procedures of their sport at the league, state, and national level. Serve on seeding committees and organizations, as appropriate.
- Be knowledgeable about the college recruiting timelines in their sport, and support student-athletes who want to attempt to continue playing in college. Coaches will communicate with these student-athletes’ college counselors to coordinate an athletics piece, if appropriate, to the student-athlete’s search.
- Maintain an updated social media presence, including timely game results in season, and work with our Office of Strategy Management to promote their program and their student-athletes.
- Assist any efforts of the Office of Institutional Giving related to their program.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Hill alumni in their sport.
- Serve on the Athletics Advisory Team, which meets regularly throughout the year.
Candidates should have an interest in working in other areas of school life which might include teaching (history, math, and/or science desirable) advising a small group of students, and actively contributing to residential life.
The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications:
- Technical water polo knowledge to successfully coach college-bound players.
- Ability to support the interest of high-level water polo student-athletes in the School’s admission candidate pool.
- A vibrant network to help support the college recruiting process of appropriate Hill water polo players.
- A proven track record of promoting student learning through water polo; at least two years of experience in coaching.
- A demonstrated openness and responsiveness to constructive feedback and a strong commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Strong written and oral communication skills and experience working collaboratively in team settings.
- Approaches the profession with maturity, humility, versatility, a solutions-mindedness with a strong work ethic, and, of course, a sense of humor.
- First Aid and CPR/AED certified preferred.
- Must be willing and able to drive school vans.
Attitude and Demeanor
- Publicly support the mission and vision of The Hill School in a positive and professional manner.
- Work as a dynamic team member in a professional collaborative environment.
- Energetic and organized enough to thrive in an extremely fast-paced environment while collaborating with a growing team to produce great work.
- Ability to wear many hats, learn new things every day, and have the ability to switch from a variety of roles with ease and excitement.
- Communicate effectively with warmth, sensitivity, humor, and understanding as they deal with administrative colleagues, teachers, students, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and program associates.
- Possess a “service attitude” – willingness to be flexible to meet the needs of the department and School.
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North Penn High School (Pa.) Seeks Boys’ Water Polo Coach (January 4, 2024)
The North Penn School District seeks a boys’ water polo coach.
Located in Lansdale, Pa., the district strives to develop a community that values and adapts to diversity. We strive to acknowledge, respect, understand, and celebrate the dynamics of racial and cultural differences. Through the development of culturally proficient staff, the establishment of structures that promote equitable opportunities, and partnerships with families and students, our School District will create an environment of respect where all members of the school community are empowered to learn, grow, and appreciate one another.
QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates should possess the following: knowledge of Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) and National Federal of High School (NFHS) rules and regulations; ability to develop and train student-athletes; personal skills that reflect positive relations with high school student-athletes, parents and the community; extensive knowledge of the principals of individual and team fundamentals; ability to organize and prepare practice schedules; ability to develop a solid discipline that emphasizes teamwork and good sportsmanship.
Applicant must provide copies of their Child Abuse Clearance, PA Criminal Background Check, FBI Fingerprint Clearances, and their portion of Act 168 employment form.
North Penn School District is an equal rights and opportunity agency and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, ancestry, marital status, or any other legally protected classification in its activities, educational programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, IX, and Section 504.
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Closing Date: January 16, 2024
