Job Title: Head Swim Coach

Department: Athletics 

Location: Westover School – Middlebury, CT 

Status: Temporary; Part-Time

About Us:Westover School is an all-girls’ boarding and day school for grades 9–12, where smart, motivated students become confident, connected women. We are committed to providing a college preparatory education in a small community atmosphere that emphasizes meaningful student–adult relationships.

We EMPOWER students to be themselves, make their own choices, and appreciate diversity—resulting in graduates who lead lives of purpose and meaning, understand they can make a difference, and value the power of relationships.

• Do you find joy in working with adolescents?
• Do you put students at the center of their growth and future planning?
• Does your leadership reflect a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion?

If so, we invite you to apply for the role of Head Swim Coach for the 2025–2026 winter season, beginning in late November and running through the end of February.

Why Westover? We celebrate diversity of all kinds and are committed to creating an inclusive culture built on a foundation of respect for all individuals. We seek to hire, develop, and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Individuals from non-traditional backgrounds, historically marginalized, or underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Westover School is located in Middlebury, CT—45 minutes from New Haven, 1.5 hours from New York City, and 2 hours from Boston. Learn more at www.westoverschool.org.

Job Summary: 

The Head Swim Coach will provide leadership, instruction, and oversight for Westover’s swim program, fostering an environment where athletes can grow in skill, confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship. This role is responsible for the overall direction of the team, including practice planning, meet preparation, collaboration with local aquatic centers and mentorship of student-athletes.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Lead all aspects of the swim program, including planning and conducting practices, organizing meet schedules, and overseeing meet-day operations. Coordinating practices and meets with local aquatic centers.
• Foster a supportive and motivating team culture that promotes respect, hard work, and personal growth.
• Provide technical instruction, skill development, and individualized feedback to swimmers at varying levels of experience.
• Collaborate with the Athletic Director to coordinate team logistics, budgets, and transportation.
• Supervise and mentor the Assistant Swim Coach, ensuring alignment with program goals.
• Communicate effectively with student-athletes, families, faculty, and staff.
• Ensure compliance with all school, league, and safety regulations.
• Travel with the team to all away meets and events. All Practices are off-campus at local aquatic centers.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous coaching experience at the high school, club, or collegiate level, or a successful competitive swimming background.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire student-athletes in a positive, inclusive environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work afternoons, with practices 3–5 days per week and meets generally scheduled on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Lifeguard certification
• Ability and willingness to obtain a Connecticut “A” endorsement on driver’s license to transport athletes is a plus.
• Successful completion of a background check and reference review.

Application Notes: 

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter addressing the qualifications and skills listed above, along with a résumé, to the Athletic Department.

EEO Statement:

Westover School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourage applications from candidates from historically marginalized or underrepresented backgrounds, as well as those with non-traditional career paths.