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Boston, MA

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Rowing Coaches The School is seeking an Assistant Rowing Coach for the Fall 2025 season. Practices begin on September 2 and conclude on November 7, 2025. Practices are Monday through Friday from 3:30 ...

Rowing Coach (Boston, MA)

Boston, MA · On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

Rowing Coaches The School is seeking an Assistant Rowing Coach for the Fall 2025 season. Practices begin on September 2 and conclude on November 7, 2025. Practices are Monday through Friday from 3:30 ...

The Winsor School Director of Rowing Reports to: Director of Athletics Classification: exempt/part-time 0.6 FTE Position Summary: The Director of Rowing is a 10.5 (mid-August - June 30) month ...

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Part-time

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Note for Applicants

Newport Sea Base is owned and operated by the Orange County Council, Boys Scouts of America (OCBSA).

Types of Classes

  • Middle School Rowing, Competitive Juniors, Masters, Learn to Row.

Types of Shells

  • 1x, 2x, 2-, 4x, 4+, 8+


Overview of the Position

Rowing coaches implement programs in conjunction with the Rowing Director and BSA program standards. A coach serves with a major responsibility for customer service, instruction, program development, class/activity planning, and behavior management of participants. Adheres to Newport Sea Base health and safety standards. You must be at least 18 years old, be certified in CPR and First Aid, and attain your CA Boater's Card upon being hired. Needs to be enthusiastic, patient, creative, and have a sense of humor and self-control. Must be able to safely swim and participate in water-based activities, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be comfortable communicating with children, teens, and parents. Directly reports to the Rowing Director.


*For Rowing Coaches: US Rowing Coaching Level 1 certification, American Red Cross Lifeguard or BSA Lifeguard certifications recommended.


Responsibilities/Duties

  • Prepare and deliver lesson plans/activities to athletes in a well-planned, fun and engaging manner.
  • Develop and write program curriculum for new and existing classes.
  • Provide active supervision ensuring a safe environment for all participants.
  • Take roll and track attendance and turn rosters into supervisors regularly.
  • Assist Head Coaches/Rowing Director in monitoring inventory of program equipment.
  • Help with maintenance and rigging of shells, oars, and other program equipment.
  • Ensure proper set-up, usage, and clean-up of the facility, equipment, and docks.
  • Report program/equipment concerns to supervisor immediately.
  • Be a positive role model and mentor to participants.
  • Enforce participant-discipline procedures according to Newport Sea Base policy.
  • Communicate thoroughly and effectively with other program staff.
  • Participate in scheduled staff trainings throughout the year.
  • Be comfortable learning how to operate and maintain a coaching launch.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.


The essential functions of this position can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.


Physical Requirements and Work Environment

  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods
  • Ability to lift and carry equipment (approximately 25-50 lbs)
  • Ability to safely board, exit, and operate rowing shells, docks, and coaching launches
  • Ability to participate in water-based activities, including swimming
  • Regular exposure to water, sun, and outdoor environments


Hours

June-August (Summer Camp) *Maximum: 15-29 hours per week

September-May (School Year) *Maximum: 15-20 hours per week

Equal Opportunity Employer

Scouting America, Orange County Council is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to disability or any other protected status.