King School Associate Head Crew Coach (Fall, Winter, Spring)

Department: Athletics

Reports to: Dean of Athletics, Athletics Operations Director

King School is looking for qualified applicants with competitive rowing experience and a strong crew coaching background. Highly motivated candidates, possessing strong leadership and communication skills, are encouraged to apply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Associate Head Coach will support Head Coach with all aspects of the King Crew program grades 6-12, including scheduling and running practices and training sessions on and off the water for both the Middle School and Varsity programs, coordinating weekend regatta travel and lineups, and providing leadership in the ongoing development and improvement of the program.
• The Associate Head Coach will also be expected to uphold and promote the mission and philosophy of the King School and the Athletic Department.
• Fall, winter, and spring season activities vary between on-campus and on-water practices depending on weather and tide. On-water sessions are held on the Mianus River in Greenwich, CT out of the Row America boathouse. Winter indoor training takes place on King's campus.

Responsibilities and Primary Duties:

• Draw from a strong working knowledge of crew and rowing to help plan and facilitate daily, meaningful practices for middle school and varsity athletes, and execute effective teaching/coaching techniques during races.
• Help oversee the direction of King Crew from Varsity to middle school and mentor other assistant and Middle School coaches.
• Work with the Head Coach, Dean of Athletics and Admission Office, providing outreach to prospective student-athletes.
• Work with Head Coach and College Counseling Office, supporting students who are recruited or interested in rowing at the next level.
• Help coordinate out-of-season and summer activities and training for student-athletes in program and recommend/develop enrichment opportunities for all grades.
• King Crew is a three-season sport and further coaching opportunities exist within our Upper School and Middle School programs.

Position Requirements and Recommendations:

• CT Boating license and ability to drive and operate motorized coaching launch
• Ability to safely navigate a crowded waterway with boat traffic from other rowing clubs, as well as private boats and commercial vessels
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Preferred minimum US Rowing Level 1 coaching certification
• Ability and knowledge to assist with equipment upkeep
• Assist in setting and adjusting boat rigging/oar inboard/outboard
• Run seat races and provide input on boating lineups
• Be comfortable working with athletes new to the sport, helping develop those athletes to be competitive novice level rowers

Job Type: Part-time, Seasonal

Stipend: $4,000.00-6,100.00 per season (Fall, Winter, Spring)