Hopkins Schools
Assistant Boys Swim & Dive Coach
Summary:
The Assistant Boys Swim & Dive Coach will assist the Head Coach in developing, implementing, and promoting a successful high school varsity swim and dive program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and academic achievement. Essential Functions:
Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting practices and competitions. Provide instruction on swimming strokes, diving techniques, conditioning, and race strategies appropriate for high school athletes. Promote and model sportsmanship, teamwork, respect, and discipline both in and out of the pool. Supervise student-athletes at practices, meets, and during travel. Assist in managing equipment, uniforms, and team inventory. Support athlete academic performance and monitor eligibility requirements. Maintain compliance with all Hopkins School District, MSHSL, and NFHS rules and policies. Communicate effectively with the head coach, athletic director, athletes, parents, and school staff. Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Previous coaching or competitive swimming/diving experience preferred. Experience working with adolescents in an educational or athletic setting is preferred. Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation. Valid Minnesota driver’s license. Current MSHSL coaching certification (or ability to obtain prior to season start). Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification. Lifeguard certification preferred (or ability to obtain). Required Knowledge and Skills:
Required Knowledge: Rules, techniques, and fundamentals of competitive swimming and diving. Principles of athletic conditioning, strength training, and injury prevention. MSHSL, NFHS, and school district policies and procedures governing athletics. Child development and positive coaching strategies. Equity, inclusion, and cultural competency in athletics. Required Skills: Ability to teach and demonstrate swim strokes, diving fundamentals, and conditioning techniques effectively. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with athletes, parents, and staff. Ability to motivate and mentor student-athletes. Organizational skills for managing practices, equipment, and events. Ability to enforce rules and maintain discipline respectfully and fairly. Physical/Mental Requirements:
The position requires mobility to work in a swimming pool, deck, and training facility environment, along with the stamina to actively demonstrate swimming and diving techniques, conduct practices, and stand or walk for extended periods of time. Working Environment:
Work is performed primarily in swimming pools, locker rooms, and training facilities, as well as during travel to competitions. Hours & Compensation:
95 days total. Stipend range: $700 - $2,500 At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. We value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive. We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens.
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The Assistant Boys Swim & Dive Coach will assist the Head Coach in developing, implementing, and promoting a successful high school varsity swim and dive program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and academic achievement. Essential Functions:
Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting practices and competitions. Provide instruction on swimming strokes, diving techniques, conditioning, and race strategies appropriate for high school athletes. Promote and model sportsmanship, teamwork, respect, and discipline both in and out of the pool. Supervise student-athletes at practices, meets, and during travel. Assist in managing equipment, uniforms, and team inventory. Support athlete academic performance and monitor eligibility requirements. Maintain compliance with all Hopkins School District, MSHSL, and NFHS rules and policies. Communicate effectively with the head coach, athletic director, athletes, parents, and school staff. Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Previous coaching or competitive swimming/diving experience preferred. Experience working with adolescents in an educational or athletic setting is preferred. Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation. Valid Minnesota driver’s license. Current MSHSL coaching certification (or ability to obtain prior to season start). Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification. Lifeguard certification preferred (or ability to obtain). Required Knowledge and Skills:
Required Knowledge: Rules, techniques, and fundamentals of competitive swimming and diving. Principles of athletic conditioning, strength training, and injury prevention. MSHSL, NFHS, and school district policies and procedures governing athletics. Child development and positive coaching strategies. Equity, inclusion, and cultural competency in athletics. Required Skills: Ability to teach and demonstrate swim strokes, diving fundamentals, and conditioning techniques effectively. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with athletes, parents, and staff. Ability to motivate and mentor student-athletes. Organizational skills for managing practices, equipment, and events. Ability to enforce rules and maintain discipline respectfully and fairly. Physical/Mental Requirements:
The position requires mobility to work in a swimming pool, deck, and training facility environment, along with the stamina to actively demonstrate swimming and diving techniques, conduct practices, and stand or walk for extended periods of time. Working Environment:
Work is performed primarily in swimming pools, locker rooms, and training facilities, as well as during travel to competitions. Hours & Compensation:
95 days total. Stipend range: $700 - $2,500 At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. We value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive. We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens.
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