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CoachingOpportunities! 


10/2/08
FAIRFAX HIGH SCHOOL CREW is looking for a GIRLS VARSITY COACH. Fairfax HS Crew is a highly competitive and nationally successful team of approximately 50 male and female rowers. We row during the spring racing season at Sandy Run Regional Park Rowing Facility on the Occoquan Reservoir, only 16 miles from Washington, DC and Alexandria, VA. More...

8/26/08
Langley High School Crew is searching for candidates to fill the following positions on our coaching staff:
Assistant/JV Women’s Coach
Freshman/Novice Women’s Coach
Freshman/Novice Men’s Coach   More...

8/22/08
Sidwell Friends Girls Crew program seeks a rowing coach for the 2008-09 academic year. This position will contribute to all aspects of team development and coaching including overseeing daily practices during the spring season, travel to and from regattas and regular equipment maintenance/repair. There is also an option to supervise the winter training program from November-February. One year of previous coaching experience is preferred but recent college graduates are also welcome to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to play an influential role for a solid group of motivated and talented young rowers. Scheduling is flexible but applicant can expect to coach at least one practice each day in the spring season. Salary is competitive with other programs in the area. Interested candidates can submit a resume via email to Brooke Kennedy: bkennedy2@yahoo.com

8/19/08
Woodson Crew
is looking for coaches for our co-ed, competitive rowing program now in our 23rd season at the Occoquan. We offer a competitive salary and the support of an established core of coaches and booster association. We anticipate 85 – 95 student athletes will participate in our program again this year. Winter Conditioning begins in November and our On-The-Water season begins in late February and lasts through May. Woodson has an outstanding inventory of shells, oars, coaching launches and all other ancillary equipment for the use of our coaching staff. For more information or to arrange for an interview, please contact Head Coach Ashley Frese at amlfrese@comcast.net or you can call Ashley at (703) 327-6090. Alternatively, contact Booster President Tracy Price at TracyPrice1@cox.net or 703/250-3568.

Updated: 7/11/08
West Potomac High School Crew - a 40 year old program in Alexandria, VA - is looking to hire 2 assistant coaches for the 2008 -2009 season. Successful candidates will have the ability to: Plan and run efficient workouts - Set practice and race lineups, develop rower fitness and technique, and prep crews for racing - Attend races, meetings, and recruiting activities - Have drive and passion for the sport and inspire athletes to perform to their full potential. US Rowing certifications, or the ability to obtain certifications required. Must pass county school system background check and TB test. Mandatory county classes also required for your first year, and more in-depth classes required after 1st year. CPR and First Aid proficiency are all well regarded. Previous experience coaching high school is a plus. We pay a competitive salary based on experience. Recent college graduates encouraged to apply. Submit resume to; Mike Stilwell – fleetsuper@cox.net 703-599-6713 and Jaime Rubini – wpcoach1@yahoo 703-470-2010 c.

Updated: 7/2/08
TC Williams is seeking a head coach for its girls rowing program.  TCW rows out of its own Boathouse on the Potomac in Old Town Alexandria.   The girls program has had much success, winning the Virginia Championships points trophy 6 out of the past 9 years along with gold a silver medals at the Canadian Championships and appearances in the finals at SRAs and Stotesbury.  The girls program has had approximately 75 female athletes in previous years and has fielded a lightweight boat..  The head girls coach will also have a staff of five assistant coaches.  A qualified applicant will have prior coaching experience, preferably as a head coach although not required.  Interested applicants must apply on-line at www.acps.k12.va.us and may call the Athletic Office at 703/824-6860 for more information. Thanks, Kerry

Updated: 6/23/2008
Yorktown HS Crew, celebrating its 40th year of rowing in 2008, seeks candidates for the positions of Varsity Women's Head Coach and Coaches' Assistants for the '08-'09 season.  We're seeking mature professionals with great enthusiasm, technical expertise, and high standards of leadership.  Applicants should have several years' experience as a college rower/coxswain or coaching rowers at the high school level.  As one of the oldest crew programs in the DC area, Yorktown has blended success on the local and national stage with a strong emphasis on building the character and life skills of its student-athletes.  Our parent Boosters Club is extremely active in fundraising efforts, provides top quality equipment, and fully supports the coaching staff with a competitive stipend based on experience.  Crew is a varsity sport in Arlington County, Virginia.  Please submit a letter of interest and résumé by e-mail.  Follow-up will require references.  Position will remain open until filled.  Contact: mkrulfel@arlington.k12.va.us

Added: 6/13/2008
Lake Braddock Secondary School in Burke, VA is seeking a coach for the 2008/2009 crew season. Our dynamic program is entering its tenth season and averages 75-80 rowers. Winter conditioning starts in late November and ends upon the start of spring training (late February). The on water season is from late February to the end of May. We practice at Bull Run marina, while most of our regattas are at Sandy Run Regional Park. For more information about our program see our website www.bruincrew.com. Send resume and contact information or inquiries to pehrsson@cox.net.

Added: 4/4/2008
The Prince William Rowing Club
is seeking candidates for several coaching positions for our upcoming 2008 Season. PWRC is a Masters Rowing Club operating out of the Oxford Boat House in Lake Ridge Park in Woodbridge. Our season runs June through November(HOTO), and we practice three days per week prior to Labor Day, and weekends only following Labor Day. We have a very active Competitive Men & Women's Group, a growing Fitness Group (Recreational) and a very healthy Novice group. Last year our club totaled 90 members & we attended 13 regattas. Our Competitive Groups have enjoyed significant success in recent years. And our Learn To Row program, "Raw Knucks" brings many new members into our ranks each year. In addition to our adult rowing programs, we work closely with our fellow Prince William High School organizations to foster and support rowing for all groups in our community. Previous coaching is a plus, but we will also consider rowers and coxswains for some positions; salary commensurate with experience. Please contact Marty Meyer at mmeyer111@comcast.net  or Mike Lee at MikeL69011@aol.com .


Last Updated: 10/02/08