Swim Coach

Introduction to the position

The International School of Brussels (ISB) is a dynamic, inclusive learning organization committed to developing independent learners and international citizens. The school is a vibrant community in which students, teachers, staff and parents work together towards the achievement of our mission and goals.

Raiders Athletics, ISB’s Athletic Programme, is committed to providing ISB students the opportunity to compete and develop their skills in a wide range of sports. On the courts, fields, and in the pool, students build and test their character.

Key Accountabilities

Raiders Athletics is currently looking for seasonal a part-time coach for the ISB Athletics Swimming programme at the JV/Varsity level during the Winter season (November-March). Practices are held before school four times a week at VUB pool. Competitions take place on the weekends (Saturday). Teams travel throughout the season to various locations within Europe.

Do you have a passion for swimming? To join the team, you will be responsible for the management of all practices and competitions as well as supervise the conduct of your team members, and that of the members of other ISB teams, during practices and competition.

Coaching positions are open to all ISB teachers but are also open to externals (through Interim Agency or free-lance).

Skills, aptitude and knowledge:

- A commitment to deliver excellent, energetic coaching sessions where all students can develop their skills, be challenged, and have fun.
- Have an excellent working knowledge of a particular sport - technical, tactical and physical.
- Demonstrate the ability to develop and progress coaching sessions for varying abilities.
- Communicate effectively with children and their parents/guardians.
- Be or become thoroughly familiar with the rules and regulations relating to the sport coached.

Personal Qualities:

- Excellent communication skills with children, colleagues and parents/carers.
- Patience, punctuality, reliability and trustworthiness.
- A desire to share your passion
- Able to work in a small team.
- Pleasant and enthusiastic disposition with a team spirit.
- Sense of humor.

Qualifications:

- Have a passion for swimming and working with young people.
- A background in swimming as either a competitive swimmer or coach.
- Understanding of Child Protection policies.
- The International School of Brussels is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion or marital status.
- ISB has established a rigorous vetting process and code of conduct for all employees with regard to child protection_._
- Please note that by applying, you automatically consent to ISB processing the personal information that you have communicated for the needs of the recruitment process. ISB will hold your CV in the school's databases for a period of 12 months.