JV Water Polo Head Coach

Job Summary

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is currently accepting applications for a JV Water Polo Head Coach for the upcoming season. This is a seasonal interscholastic coaching position within a competitive CIF girls water polo program.

We are seeking a dynamic and positive leader who will serve as a strong role model and represent OLP with integrity, energy, and a commitment to developing student-athletes. The ideal candidate will have water polo coaching experience and a passion for teaching the fundamentals of the sport while creating a positive, competitive, and supportive team environment.

This role requires a coach who values competitive success while emphasizing character development, teamwork, accountability, sportsmanship, and personal growth, aligning with the mission and values of OLP.

Essential qualities include:

Support and uphold the mission and values of the Academy of Our Lady of Peace
Strong water polo coaching knowledge and experience
Effective communication and leadership skills
Commitment to teamwork and student-athlete development
Ability to mentor and positively influence female student-athletes
Ability to create a positive and competitive team culture
Strong organizational and communication skills
Additional Expectations:

Plan, organize, and lead all aspects of the JV water polo program
Develop and implement practice plans focused on fundamentals, skill development, and team concepts
Teach and develop water polo skills, tactics, conditioning, and game awareness
Prepare the team for games and provide effective in-game coaching
Build positive relationships with student-athletes and families
Establish and maintain team culture, discipline, and expectations
Communicate effectively with the varsity coaching staff and athletic administration
Support the overall development and goals of the OLP water polo program
Assist with game-day operations and responsibilities
Ensure adherence to CIF, school, and athletic department polici

Job Description / Essential Elements

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is looking to fill a high school coaching position within the Athletics Department. We are interested in someone dedicated to program development with coaching student-athletes and guidance with qualities of character development.  Previous high school coaching experience is preferred.

Requirements / Qualifications

Required Documents & Pre-Employment Requirements:
Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and two professional references from current or former supervisors. Candidates must also provide official transcripts, a current negative TB test result or TB Risk Assessment Questionnaire, complete required training, and successfully complete Livescan fingerprinting. Employment is contingent upon obtaining fingerprint clearance from the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).