The Bolles School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Seasonal Assistant Rowing Coach. This part-time, seasonal position is ideal for someone who is passionate about rowing, eager to share their knowledge with student-athletes, and committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic, initiative, adaptability, and a positive attitude while contributing to a collaborative coaching environment. A sense of humor and a genuine commitment to student-athlete development are highly valued.
This is a seasonal stipend position. Practice schedules may vary throughout the season but are generally held Monday through Friday from 3:00-6:00 p.m., with Saturday morning practices and regattas as scheduled.
Essential Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, organizing, and executing daily practices and race-day operations.
- Carry out coaching assignments and race-day responsibilities as directed.
- Teach rowing fundamentals, racing rules, and proper boathouse procedures.
- Promote and enforce safe practices on the water and within the boathouse.
- Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient boathouse environment.
- Assist with team travel logistics and regatta preparation.
- Record, organize, and maintain training and performance data.
- Perform additional coaching and program-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university preferred; current collegiate rowers with relevant experience will be considered.
- Competitive rowing experience preferred.
- Knowledge of rowing technique, training methods, and physical conditioning.
- Experience working with high school-aged students preferred.
- High standards of character, integrity, professionalism, and adaptability.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
General Expectations
- Demonstrate and actively support The Bolles School's mission and core values.
- Represent the School in a professional and positive manner at all times.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, faculty, staff, officials, and the broader community.
- Support and promote the Athletics Department's vision of developing student-athletes who are "Humble in Victory and Gracious in Defeat."
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the rowing program and Athletics Department.