Assistant and Novice Crew Coaches

Holy Names Academy is seeking part-time, year-round assistant and Novice crew coaches. The Holy Names Academy Crew team was founded in 1993 and continues to be an integral part of the school’s strong and successful athletic program, competing in nationally attended regattas such as Head of the Charles and Youth Nationals. The team currently maintains a roster of 50 - 70 rowers and trains out of the Lake Washington Rowing Club boathouse. Practices are held Monday - Friday (3:15-6:15pm) from late-August through mid-May with weekend regattas in the fall and spring. Post-season and summer camp coaching opportunities are available.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high quality instruction in rowing and related cross-training activities for student-athletes.
• Coordinate with the Head Coach to implement seasonal training plans. 
• Collaborate with fellow coaches to foster a positive, inclusive, and growth-oriented learning environment.
• Provide onsite support as needed at regattas.
• Build professional relationships with parents and families.
• Assist the Head Coach with recruiting and athlete retention efforts. 
• Support student athletes in their academics and personal development.
• Assist the Head Coach with equipment fleet maintenance and management, where relevant.
• Serve as an enthusiastic and engaged representative of the HNA Crew program. 
• Ensure compliance with school policies and safety standards.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Experience and expertise in the sport - 1 our more years of rowing coaching experience, preferably at the high school or college level.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications (or be willing to obtain certification prior to season).
• Washington Boater’s Education certification and ability to drive and operate motorized coaching launch.
• 25 years of age or older.
• Possess a valid Washington State Driver's License.
• Must be willing and able to drive a 14-passenger minibus (training provided).
• Successful completion of a criminal background check, fingerprints and Safe Environment training prior to start of season. 
• Compliance with all Holy Names Academy, Lake Washington Rowing Club, and USRowing policies and procedures. 

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary Range for the fall season:
  • Head Novice Coach: $4,600 - $5,000, paid over the season. Salary is based on skills and experience. 
  • Assistant Coach: $2,790 - $3,050, paid over the season. Salary is based on skills and experience. 
• Benefits: Paid Sick Days, Funds available for professional development opportunities, HNA gear. 
• Additional Benefit: Complimentary gym membership at the LWRC boathouse.

Application Process: Please submit a resume, cover letter, and list of 3 professional references online. The application deadline is July 11, 2025. The application portal will remain open until the jobs are filled. 

Mission

Holy Names Academy inspires young women of diverse beliefs and backgrounds to excel in life with confidence and courage, to think critically, act with purpose, advocate for justice, serve with compassion, and lead with integrity.

About Holy Names Academy

Holy Names Academy is an all-girls Catholic high school founded in 1880 by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. The school offers excellent academic, arts, athletic, spiritual, and leadership programs that promote the development of the whole person in an environment of inclusion, collaboration, and community. The school was named one of “Washington’s Best Workplaces” by Puget Sound Business Journal and the first-place winner among nonprofit companies in “Washington’s 100 Best Companies To Work For” by Seattle Business magazine.