Assistant Boys Swim Coach

Assistant Boys Swim Coach JobID: 4993 Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Swimming - BoysDate Posted: 10/20/2026Location: Dwight D. Eisenhower High SchoolDate Available: Immediately Closing Date: When Position is Filled Additional Information: Show/HideAssistant Boys Swim Coach Position: Assistant Boys Swim Coach Reports To: Head Swim Coach / Athletic DirectorStipend Category: III (Assistant Coach; see contract Appendix II for placement)Summary and Purpose: Support student-athlete development in swimming and assisting the Eisenhower Athletic Department mission and vision statement.Responsibilities:- Assist the head coach in teaching swim fundamentals, strategies, and sportsmanship.- Supervise student-athletes during practices, meets, travel, and related events.- Attend and actively participate in all scheduled practices, meets (home and away), and team functions.- Support the head coach in planning practices, meet management, and conducting skill instruction.- Monitor and enforce all eligibility, safety, and conduct requirements as established by IHSA, the school, and district policies.- Chaperone and supervise athletes at all swim events (including practices, meets, community gatherings, etc.), maintaining discipline and promoting a positive team environment.- Maintain a safe environment and report injuries promptly to appropriate staff.- Follow expectations outlined in the CHSD 218 Coaches Handbook- Complete required paperwork, attendance logs, and communicate with parents and administration as needed.- Attend coach meetings and required professional development as assigned by the athletic department.Additional Expectations:- Availability to work in the off season- Assist with equipment management, set-up, and breakdown for practices and meets- Attend community events (such as parades, fundraisers, etc.)- Foster academic achievement, positive citizenship, and school spirit among student-athletes.- Complete required first aid, CPR, and district coaching certifications as required by ISBE/IHSA and adhere to all training expectations.Qualifications:- ISBE, ASEP, or NFHS certification required- Previous high school swim coaching experience preferredCompensation and Benefits for External Applicants :Individuals hired from outside CHSD 218 as seasonal coaches or activity sponsors receive onlythe contractual stipend for the assignment. Board-provided employee benefits (including health,dental, life insurance, leave, and participation in district retirement plans) are not available toexternal hires in these roles. For benefit eligibility, an individual must be a contracted districtemployee