Job Title:          Head Coach:  Dive                                         Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to:       Principal and Athletic Director                         Pay Grade:  Teacher Salary  187 Days
Dept./School:    Athletics                                                               Date Revised:    April 2, 2026
 

Primary Purpose:

Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in assigned sport(s). Contribute to education program as a whole and to growth of students involved in athletics.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree
• Valid Texas teaching certificate
• Current automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate
• CPR/First Aid
• Lifeguard Certification
• WSI Certification
• Dive judge during diving meets (Certification is required for this)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) and TISCA rules
• Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• 3-5 years' experience as a Head or Assistant Swim Coach
• Proof of background in teaching swim stroke breakdown

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instruction:

1. Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned.
2. Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
3. Work with other members of school staff to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.

4. Teach/instruct within the 4th grade Swim Program

    

Program Management:

1. Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis. Model performance criteria and physical movements required for successful student performance of sport.
2. Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
3. Work with athletic director to schedule competitions and plan season activities including practices, special events, and meets.
4. Coordinate with transportation department for travel arrangements to out-of-town events.
5. Coordinate with transportation daily bus route back to campus.
6. Ensure compliance with all UIL rules.
7. Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
8. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on findings.
9. Monitor of locker room before and after practices/meets.

Student Management:

1. Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports both at-home and on out-of-town trips.
2. Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
3. Compile and implement grades and attendance; work with Dive coach for cross over swim/dive and just dive athletes for grade and attendance implementation.
4. Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
5. Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.

Communication:

1. Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, administration and teachers.
2. Oversee Booster Club for assigned campuses- if exists.

Administration:

1. Assist in selection of equipment and instructional materials.
2. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
3. Initiate and approve purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.
4. Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment and maintain a current inventory of all equipment and fixed assets within program

Other:

1. Attend TISCA Clinics

2. Attendant for Open Public Swim/Rentals

3. Hosts Swim meets

4. All other duties assigned by the Athletic Director in support of the Swim/Dive Program

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Assign and oversee completion of the work of assistant coaches and student athletic assistants.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic equipment, standard office equipment including computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED).

Posture: Prolonged standing; kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping.

Motion: Frequent walking and physical movements associated with sport(s) assigned.

Lifting: Frequently light lifting (less than 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting or carrying (15-44 pounds).

Environment: Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside; prolonged exposure to chemical hazards (chlorinated water and fumes; frequent exposure to noise; work on slippery surfaces; frequent district wide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours. 

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.

Other:  Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures; Other duties as assigned

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The Administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

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Reviewed by: Renee Putter_________________________________________________  Date: April 2, 2026

Received by: Kyalla Bowens ________________________________________________  Date: April 2, 2026