Head Coach - Boys Water Polo

HEAD COACH - BOYS WATER POLO

Rolling Meadows High School, a part of Township High School District 214, is seeking an exceptional, dynamic leader to serve as our Head Boys’ Water Polo Coach for the 2025‑2026 school year. This individual will play a key role in furthering our mission to provide an outstanding high school experience in a diverse, supportive, and equity‑driven environment.

At RMHS, we are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and connectedness while prioritizing both academic and personal growth for all students. The Head Boys’ Water Polo Coach will be a vital member of our educational team, shaping the future of our student‑athletes both on and off the field.

• Providing leadership for the Boys’ Water Polo program, ensuring the growth and success of the team.
• Overseeing the organization and scheduling of practices, games, and events.
• Managing the program’s budget and resources.
• Assisting in the recruitment and management of assistant coaches.
• Coordinating with school administration, the athletic department, and booster organizations on public relations and community engagement.

The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate

• Program Leadership:
  Ability to build and strengthen the existing Boys’ Water Polo program, setting high expectations for student‑athletes and staff.
• Coaching Expertise:
  Knowledge and experience to develop Boys’ Water Polo skills, tactics, and strategies across all phases of the game, and to elevate the coaching staff’s performance.
• Long‑Term Vision:
  Development of a strategic plan to guide the Boys’ Water Polo program’s growth and success, both short‑term and long‑term.
• Athletic Development:
  Experience working within an advanced strength and conditioning program to enhance student‑athletes’ overall performance.
• Instruction & Mentorship:
  Ability to teach Boys’ Water Polo philosophy, techniques, and skills to both players and assistant coaches.
• Program Management:
  Strong organizational skills to oversee clinics, summer camps, off‑season programs, and staff meetings, ensuring alignment with program expectations.
• Delegation & Evaluation:
  Ability to delegate tasks, supervise execution, and assess staff performance at season’s end.
• Community Engagement:
  Maintain positive relationships with the media, parents, and local officials, and work closely with the school’s administration.

• ISBE or ASEP certification.
• Head coach experience at any level, or coordinating experience at the Varsity level, is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.

Salary: Head Coaching Stipend - Lane C

• Cover letter – The cover letter must highlight water polo experiences and reasons for applying.
• Coaching Resume – outlining the qualifications and experiences related to the coaching aspect of this position as well as a list of references.
• Three (3) current letters of reference.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our district. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.