Coach Assistant – High School Girls Swim & Dive

The Moses Lake School District is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Assistant Coach (DIVING) for the Moses Lake High School Girls’ Swim and Diving Team. The Moses Lake School District is committed to teaching and developing useful, life-long skills in its student-athletes and strives to provide the best opportunities possible for each student-athlete’s success.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively carry out the duties of the position and comply with the policies/procedures set forth by the MLHS Principal, Athletic Director, and the Moses Lake School District.
• Exhibited knowledge of the sport, demonstrated technical skills, and successful experience teaching these skills to secondary school student-athletes.
• Valid First Aid and CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain prior to start of season.
• Ability to meet WIAA age requirements applicable to the position.
• Exhibited organizational skills and abilities to ensure a well-managed program.
• Valid current Red Cross Safety Training (U.S. Diving Certification) and Lifeguard Certification or ability to obtain prior to the start of the season.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work within the basic framework and philosophy of the Moses Lake School District Athletics Department.
• Demonstrate knowledge of modern trends, techniques, strategies, playing rules and procedures.
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
• Implement a safety plan that includes teaching of the proper techniques and fundamentals.
• Adhere to all safety rules.
• Have an emergency medical plan in place.
• Inform parents of individual players regarding attendance, discipline, and injury.
• Relate to staff members in a professional and effective manner.
• Demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, peers, and the public (particularly at sporting events).
• Motivate players.
• Keep players informed of available camps, weight programs, etc.