Upper School Assistant Rowing Coach

Germantown Academy

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Germantown Academy is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126-acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1,200 students in grades PK-12. Founded in 1759, GA is America’s oldest non-sectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical practices. A founding member of the prestigious Inter-Academic Athletic League, Germantown Academy prides itself on a rich history of athletics, generations of talented student-athletes, and opportunities to explore an incredible array of athletic experiences for all interested students. Typically, almost one-third of each graduating class goes on to pursue athletics at the collegiate level.

Germantown Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and a respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds.

We are seeking qualified, experienced candidates for the position of Assistant Rowing Coach, beginning August 2026. The Assistant Coach reports to the Head Coach of Rowing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the direction and instruction in the sport of rowing.
• Ability to mentor and motivate student-athletes in the sport of rowing emphasizing the students’ holistic development.
• Assist in the planning, organization and direction of all Upper School Rowing practices.
• Understanding of the rules governing the sport of rowing.
• Assist in management of logistics and operations for all regattas.
• Communicate regularly with student-athletes and parents.
• Serve as a resource for the college selection process for Upper School Rowing student-athletes and their families.
• Assist in attracting quality student-athletes to Germantown Academy.
• Meet with the Head Coach of Rowing on a frequent basis to review the status of the program.
• Comply with all professional guidelines as listed in the GA Coaches Handbook.
• Embody and embrace the GA mission, as well as uphold the standards established in the GA Staff/Faculty Handbook.
• Attend professional development opportunities in the sport of rowing and coaching.
  
  

Qualifications

• Previous participation in rowing at the high school or collegiate level.
• Minimum 1 year coaching experience (within a school setting preferred)
• Ability to travel to and from athletic practices between the hours of 3pm-6pm, Monday through Friday and to and from regattas on weekend days.
• Associate degree; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license