Assistant Swim and Dive Coach  Stipend Category: III  (Assistant Coach; see contract Appendix II for placement)

Summary and Purpose: Support student-athlete development in swim and dive  and assisting the Districts School Athletic Department mission and vision statement. Responsibilities:

• Assist the head coach in teaching swim/dive fundamentals, strategies, and sportsmanship.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, travel, and related events.
• Attend and actively participate in all scheduled practices, games (home and away), and team functions.
• Support the head coach in planning practices, game management, and conducting skill instruction.
• Monitor and enforce all eligibility, safety, and conduct requirements as established by IHSA, the school, and district policies.
• Chaperone and supervise athletes at all swim events (including practices, games, community gatherings, etc.), maintaining discipline and promoting a positive team environment.
• Maintain a safe environment and report injuries promptly to appropriate staff.
• Complete required paperwork, attendance logs, and communicate with parents and administration as needed.
• Attend coach meetings and required professional development as assigned by the athletic department.

Additional Expectations:

• Availability to work in the off season
• Assist with equipment management, set-up, and breakdown for practices and meets
• Attend community events (such as parades, fundraisers, etc.)
• Foster academic achievement, positive citizenship, and school spirit among student-athletes.
• Complete required first aid, CPR, and district coaching certifications as required by ISBE/IHSA and adhere to all training expectations.

Qualifications:

• ISBE, ASEP, or NFHS certification required
• Previous high school tennis coaching experience preferred

 Compensation and Benefits for External Applicants : Individuals hired from outside CHSD 218 as seasonal coaches or activity sponsors receive only the contractual stipend for the assignment. Board-provided employee benefits (including health,  dental, life insurance, leave, and participation in district retirement plans) are not available to external hires in these roles. For benefit eligibility, an individual must be a contracted district employee

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or ASEP Required

Community High School District 218 is a regular school district located in Cook County with 5 schools, 405 teachers and 5,656 students. Total Revenue is $167,429,000 and is trending up. Community High School District 218 spends $24,296 per student per year on instruction.