A Coach works with individual athletes or with sports teams to develop skills and improve teamwork and competitive performance. Runs practice sessions and physical conditioning programs; assesses the strengths and weaknesses of players; plans strategies for games; motivates and encourage players and teaches good sportsmanship.
High School Synchronized Swimming Coach (starting 2027 season) Valley Tigerlillies Booster Club West Des Moines, IA Job Details Seasonal $10•$20 an hour 12 hours ago Qualifications Student supervision Group choreography Lifeguard Training Dance instruction Team leadership Student mentoring Flexibility exercises Collaboration with board members Mid-level Experience working with high schoolers Parent communication Swimming Working with students High school leadership Safety-focused fitness instruction Leading team collaboration initiatives Music selection Playlist tailoring Lifeguard Certification Coaching high school students Training Music rehearsal leadership for conducting Task assignment Leadership Communication skills Teaching Board relations Working with youth
Full Job Description Job Description:
High School Synchronized Swimming Coach (starting 2027 Season)
Position:
Head Coach or Co‑Coach (partner coaching model welcome)
Season:
February•early April (with limited pre‑season commitments)
Location:
Valley High School•Tigerlillies Synchronized Swimming Reports to: Parent Board & Activities Administration Express interest or to learn more: Overview The Tigerlillies synchronized swimming program is seeking an energetic, organized, and confident coach (or coaching pair) to lead our high school team through the 2027 season. This role blends choreography, athlete development, safety oversight, and show production — culminating in two major performances in early April. The ideal candidate enjoys working with teens, values creativity and structure, and can balance being approachable with being a clear authority figure. Time CommitmentPre‑Season (Light)
November:
1 planning meeting
December:
1 planning meeting
January:
4 weekend clinic days (mix of "All Swimmers" and "Returning Swimmers") Regular Season (Feb•early Apr)
Practices:
3 evenings/week (typically 5:30-8:30 PM) Saturday mornings (8:30-11:00 AM) Final schedule set collaboratively Show Week (early April) Expanded hours for rehearsals, setup (Saturday-Wednesday), and two performance nights (Thursday, Friday) Why This Role Is Great A short, high‑energy season with a huge payoff: two incredible shows and a great community of young athletes. A supportive parent board and engaged team captains. Flexibility to coach solo or as a co‑coach team. A chance to shape a beloved community tradition and mentor young athletes. Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Leadership Create a positive, inclusive, and structured environment for all swimmers. Serve as both a supportive mentor and a program leader Collaborate with the parent board, captains, and student leaders. Help enforce timelines and responsibilities assigned to students. Training & Athlete Development Lead dryland and pool practices focused on technique, strength, timing, and artistry. Develop a pre‑season exercise/stretching guide for swimmers (distributed at Nov & Jan meetings). Assign routines and groups based on skill level and team needs. Choreography & Music Choreograph team and small group routines and collaborate with students on duets/trios Assist with music selection, formations, and transitions. Season Operations Participate in pre-season parent/swimmer meeting (December, January). Assist with roster finalization and swimmer placement. Coordinate with lifeguards, pool monitors, and facilities staff to open/close pool area Communicate weekly updates with board/captains (captains typically lead parent and team facing communications) Support administrative tasks such as signups, announcements, and practice logistics. Help plan and execute show week: Rehearsals Show order Ensure all injuries — especially head injuries — are reported immediately to coaches, parent monitors, and parents. Uphold facility rules and enforce safe behavior in and around the pool. Post‑Season Attend end‑of‑season brunch. Participate in a brief retrospective meeting. Assist with season close‑out tasks as needed. Qualifications Experience in synchronized swimming, artistic swimming, dance, or related coaching/teaching roles. (Preferred) Maintain current lifeguard certification (or obtain by agreed‑upon date, financial assistance available). Strong communication and leadership skills. Ability to work with high school athletes in a supportive, structured way. Creativity, reliability, and confidence in leading a large team. Ability to collaborate with a parent board and student leadership team.
Pay:
$10.00•$20.00 per hour Application Question(s): Please describe your experience with synchronized/artistic swimming. Please describe your coaching experience.
