Kent Place School seeks a Middle School Assistant Swim Coach for the 2026 season.Prior coaching/playing experience at the collegiate level is preferred; high school-level experience is required. Please submit a cover letter and resume to apply by Friday, November 6, 2026.For more information on Kent Place's athletics programs, please visit: https://www.kentplace.org/athleticsJob DescriptionDepartment: AthleticsPosition Title: Middle School Assistant Swim CoachHours: 2.30 - 3.30 pm - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and FridaySeason: Winter (November 16 - February 26)FLSA Classification: ExemptReports To: Director of Athletics Assistant Middle School CoachCoaching Experience:Prior coaching/playing experience at the collegiate level preferred; high school-level experience required.Educate and coach Kent Place student-athletes in swimming.Provide leadership that promotes positive attitudes and good sportsmanship.Plan and communicate practice sessions and competition strategies to assistant coach(s) that ensure the health and physical well-being of student-athletes.Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.Observes players during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement. Administrative Duties and Personal SkillsMust have excellent communication skills.Strong administrative skills.Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.Maintains, along with coaches, the proper supervision of student-athletes at practices, games, and on school-provided transportation.Effective, active listening skills.Promotes good public relations through professional standards of conduct and presentation and professional courtesy.Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.Have the ability to make quick decisions under pressure.Ability to work effectively with others.Organizational and problem-solving skills.Adhere to best practices of diversity and inclusion so that interactions with students, colleagues, and other constituencies highlight awareness, competence, and sensitivity.Other duties as assigned:Attends a mandatory preseason training session with the Athletic Dept.Participates in special activities, open houses, and pep assemblies.Complete all coaching accreditation modules and KPS training.Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Department.Kent Place School is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates who support the development of a school community that is culturally competent and a working environment that is affirming and inclusive, where each member feels safe and valued, as described in our Belonging Statement.Please submit a cover letter and resume to apply.