Assistant Water Polo Coach

Marlborough School

Assistant Water Polo Coach

Non-Exempt, Part-Time Temporary 

Founded in 1889, Marlborough School is an independent girls' college-preparatory school for grades 7 through 12 located in Los Angeles, California. Marlborough is the oldest independent girls’ school in the Southern California region. Central to Marlborough’s vision that Equity Leads Education is the belief in and passion for empowering young women to use their immense talents to better the world and become trailblazers in their own right. Bolstered by world-class faculty and staff, Marlborough students are challenged and inspired to work towards their own personal best and, in doing so, have an almost endless array of courses, extracurriculars, electives, and programs to spark their curiosity, deepen their compassion for one another, and lead lives of purpose.

OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT: 

Marlborough School is seeking a dedicated and passionate Assistant Water Polo Coach to aid and develop our Water Polo team. The Assistant Water Polo Coach will be responsible for assisting the Head Coach with practices and games. This part-time, seasonal position reports directly to the Athletic Director and the Water Polo Coach.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Head Coach in formulating objectives for the coming sport season.

• Attend all Athletic Department and League scheduled meetings as requested by the Head Coach/Athletic Department.

• Keep abreast of new ideas and techniques by attending clinics and workshops.

• Remain knowledgeable of rules and regulations concerning their sport, and keep abreast of changes.

• Assumes supervisory control over any team(s) as assigned by the Head Coach/Athletic Director.

• Ensure that facility regulations are understood and enforced.

• Emphasize safety precautions and uses accepted training and injury procedures.

• Conduct the team in an ethical manner during practice and in contests.

• Report outcome of contests to the Athletic Department.

• Instruct players on rules and rule changes, and new ideas and techniques.

• Provide the Athletic Director and Associate Athletic Director with a copy of all general correspondence and bulletins to student athletes and parents.

• Adhere to the rules and regulations of Marlborough School.

• Reinforce all regulations of the School presented in the Marlborough Student Handbook of Expectations, as well as the Marlborough Coaching Handbook.

• Assist the Head Coach with proper care of equipment, facilities, and other duties as assigned.

• Assists with the systematic return of all school equipment/uniforms at the end of the season

QUALIFICATIONS AND  REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Management, or a related field is preferred.

• Previous coaching experience in Water Polo at the high school or club level.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong understanding of Water Polo techniques, strategies, and training methods.

• Ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor student-athletes.

• Commitment to promoting a positive and inclusive team environment.

• CPR and First Aid certification Required.

• Practices and Matches may take place outside in various weather conditions.

• Flexible schedule required, including evenings and weekends.

COMPENSATION

• $25 to $40 an hour

For more information about Marlborough School, its rigorous academic curriculum, fine arts and athletics programs, or if you would like to learn more about this position or other career opportunities, we invite you to visit the Careers link under the “About” drop-down menu on our website at: http://www.marlboroughschool.org. 

Marlborough School is an equal opportunity employer. Marlborough recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Marlborough School is a diverse, inclusive community that strives to maintain diversity in all areas of employment.