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| Coach Wanted | |
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| Team | Cottontail |
| Job Title | Head Swim Coach - 2026 Season |
| Job Description | |
| The Cottontail Cobias Swim Team is seeking a Head Coach for the 2026 season. Last summer, Cottontail competed in the Northern Virginia Swimming League (NVSL) Division 8 and participates in the B Meets of the Springfield Burke Developmental League. We have 200+ swimmers (around 40 of those are minis) of all skill levels. We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic head coach with a passion for working with swimmers of all ability levels. The Head Coach will focus on stroke development, technique, and race/meet strategy, while strongly focusing on fostering team spirit and a positive team culture. Our practices begin the Tuesday after Memorial Day, with the season concluding August 1. Head Coach Responsibilities: - Attend all practices, meets (Time Trials, 5 Saturday A meets, 4 Monday night B meets, Rally in the Alley Developmental Meet, Divisional Relays, All-Star Relays, IM Carnival, Divisionals, Individual All-Stars) and official team events (Team pep rallies on Friday evenings before home A meets, age-group dinners and end-of-season banquet). - Instruct swimmers in correct stroke, turn, start, and finish techniques - Offer constructive feedback to swimmers during and after meets, including reviewing and disqualifications. - Manage the junior coaches. Provide oversight and mentoring to junior coaches while performing their duties at swim practices, swim meets, and all team-related activities. - Work closely with the Team Reps by maintaining effective communication. - Facilitate team cheers and lead pep rallies. - Foster and build a positive team culture. - Work closely with the Mini Cobia Head Coach and discuss when/if minis are ready to be moved up to the swim team. - Create and implement effective daily practices for varying age groups. - Prepare for competitive Saturday "A" meets by helping create meet lineups in Swimtopia. - Review all meet entries for Monday “B” Meets. Qualifications: - Prior coaching experience in NVSL or club swim. - Extensive competitive swimming background preferred. - Strong knowledge of NVSL rules and procedures. - Ability to develop practice schedules for varying age groups. - Ability to manage coaching staff. - Excellent communication skills with children, parents, volunteers, and coaching staff. - Lifeguard Certification and Pool Operator Certification (or the ability to obtain them). How to Apply: Interested candidates should email their resumes to: cottontailcobias@gmail.com |
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