Age Group Coach - Swim Team

YMCA of Greater Brandywine • Easttown Township, PA

3d • $16 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure Assists in managing the implementation, development, and delivery of the Competitive Swim program. Supports assigned staff and volunteers. Additional responsibilities include training of staff; curriculum development, and adhering to all regulatory and Association standards. The Age Group Swim Coach leads the Swim Team in providing a safe environment and provides leadership in expanding Swim Team programming.

Requirements

• Competitive Swimming Experience for a minimum of 4 years preferred
• Current Lifeguard certifications or obtain certification within 30 days of hire
• Must have at least 2 years of coaching experience with swimmers of all ages
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• YMCA swimming coaches’ credentials or obtain certification within 30 days of hire
• Ability to demonstrate all swim strokes
• Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff required
• Must be fluent in spoken and written English
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
• Display a positive and professional attitude and possess strong interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and coach age group (12 and Under – mini, level 3, level 2) programming.
• Communicate with 12 and Under members and parents on a regular basis
• Assist Director of Competitive Aquatics or Associate Head Coach with building a season plan (including meets) and work with Director of Competitive Aquatics in offering a year-round program that includes YMCA short course an long course options as well as a competitive summer league.
• assist in recruitment and retention of program participants.
• develop and oversee the practice schedule for 12 and Under swim team groups, attend all meets and support the entire competitive program.
• Assist in facilitating summer swim program
• Assist in managing and organizing participation, registration, and logistics of swimmers at dual meets.
• Teach and instruct participants through the use of an appropriate curriculum that addresses the skill levels of all participants and assures the program is inclusive and welcoming for all.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and everyday essentials like home, auto, and pet insurance on our employee marketplace
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED