Varsity Girls Swim and Dive Coach
Position: Varsity Girls Swim and Dive Coach
Building: Mason High School / Mason Public Schools / In-Person
Reports to: Athletic Director
About Mason Public Schools:
Located in the heart of Michigan, minutes from the State Capitol and Michigan State University, Mason Public Schools serves more than 3,200 students across six school buildings. A team of 500 talented educators and support staff serve our schools, exhibiting a high level of commitment to our students. Mason Public Schools is proudly supported by our community through the Mason Public Schools Foundation and the approval of a bond to improve classrooms, safety, transportation, technology, facility infrastructure, and furniture and equipment.
Your journey starts here: Every Student. Every Day.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI): Through authentic learning opportunities, Mason Public Schools is committed to an inclusive environment. Our students, staff, and community respectfully acknowledge and value the diverse cultures, lifestyles, experiences, perspectives, and identities of each other.
Job Summary: The Varsity Girls Swim and Dive Coach is responsible for teaching young athletes the basics of swimming and diving in a safe, supportive and encouraging environment. The role helps with leading practices, modeling teamwork and good sportsmanship, managing meets, and developing athletes swimming and diving skills. The coach also works closely with parents, school staff and other coaches to create a positive environment and experience for student athletes.
Required Qualifications:
- Knowledge of coaching techniques and coaching psychology
- Basic Knowledge of first aid training and training techniques
- Excellent character and ability to serve as a positive role model to student athletes
- Willing to work cooperatively in all aspects of our interscholastic athletic program
- Experience as a player and coach in this sport
- Completion of the MHSAA coaches advancement program
- Demonstrated knowledge of MHSAA rules
- Demonstrated program leadership; including appropriate organizational and communication skills
- Successful experience with player and staff development
- Ability to demonstrate and teach integrity, sportsmanship and character
- Emphasize academic as well as athletic excellence
- Maintain high standards for student athletics
- Ability to relate well with students, parents and school personnel
- Current CPR Certification
- Current First Aid Certification
Desired Qualifications:
- Verified internship under an experienced head coach or provide evidence demonstrating completion of the MHSAA program for Athletic Coaches Education
- Basic Knowledge of prevention and care of athletic injuries
Job Description:
- Responsible for all aspects of the coaching position.
- Committed to attend conferences or meetings to support the school district.
Physical Requirements:
- This position requires long periods of standing, sitting, and walking.
- This position requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
Wage:
- MDMEA members: 10% per Schedule B or $4,976
Deadline: January 5th, 2026
All candidates are required to complete the StyleProfile™ assessment as a component of their application. This assessment is intended to be one component of the information used to assist administrators during the selection process. Once the application has been submitted, the StyleProfile™ assessment will be assigned and sent to your email. The StyleProfile™ assessment is approximately 30 minutes in length and is a multiple-choice format.