James Sharp
Thornton,CO
Summary
Head Swim Coach experienced in developing training programs that enhance swimmer performance and technique. Achieved significant team growth and athlete qualifications for prestigious events through effective tournament planning and team coordination. Managed aquatic centers and optimized pool programming to foster community engagement and support lifeguard development.
Overview
1
1
Certification
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Swim Coach
Northglenn Fusion Swim Club
Northglenn, Colorado
08.2024 - Current
- Qualified multiple swimmers for Silver State, Age Group State, Senior State, and SWAGR competitions.
- Developed training programs that improved swimmer technique and performance metrics.
- Coordinated team practices and swim meets to maximize attendance and engagement.
- Expanded team size from 5 to 53 swimmers through effective recruitment strategies.
Teacher / Swim Coach
Lafayette School Corporation
Lafayette, Indiana
08.1986 - 07.2023
- Designed lesson plans that engaged students and met curriculum standards.
- Led classroom discussions that fostered critical thinking and encouraged active participation.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments and delivered constructive feedback regularly.
- Guided new teachers in effective classroom management techniques and best practices.
- Maintained a safe, orderly learning environment for all students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education / Health Science
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN12-1976
Skills
- Swim Team Leadership
- Technique enhancement
- Training development
- Performance analysis
- Swimmer recruitment
- Tournament planning
- Team coordination
- Aquatic Facility Management
- Curriculum design
- Learn to Swim program owner
Certification
- USA Swimming Coach
- Teaching license / Sub license
- CPR / AED
- First Aid
- Swim America Learn to Swim License
Timeline
Head Swim Coach
Northglenn Fusion Swim Club
08.2024 - Current
Teacher / Swim Coach
Lafayette School Corporation
08.1986 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education / Health Science
Purdue University