Aquatics Elite Performance Assistant Coach

Acac • Charlottesville, VA

7d

About The Position

Conducts Elite Performance training or clinics for participants in group settings

Requirements

• Able to actively participate in the swim program using repetitive arm and leg motions.
• Able to demonstrate high-level swimming skills in the water.
• Able to work in an often warm and humid environment with heightened noise.
• Able to work in both warm water and cool water pools.
• Available to work varied shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Available to attend meetings or clinic-related workshops.
• High School diploma preferred
• Experience in a competitive swimming atmosphere as a swimmer/coach.
• At least 3 years of swim lesson instruction experience.
• Prior competitive swim experience and/or coaching experience may be substituted in lieu of swim instruction experience.
• USA coaching certification is required.
• Superior customer service skills; ability to communicate with both children and adults
• Skilled in finding the best teaching methods to accommodate different populations
• Read, sign, and abide by the policies included in the Team Member Handbook.
• Park in team member-designated areas.
• Club cleanliness is an all-team responsibility; assist whenever necessary in any area of the club to keep the club neat and clean.
• Assist with Service Days.
• Assist with acac programs, special events, or activities outside your department
• Promptly return phone calls and messages.
• Exhibit a positive attitude at all times.
• Deliver five-star service to members and guests with friendliness, direct eye contact, and a pleasant demeanor at all times.

Responsibilities

• Able to demonstrate proper elite-level swim techniques.
• Teach elite-level swimming, for various age groups, with a focus on enhancing students’ overall swim performance.
• Conduct student evaluations to assess swimmer’s abilities and determine proper student placement.
• Facilitate practice in a positive and safe learning environment.
• Analyze individual swim techniques to identify weaknesses, correct form, improve efficiency, and maximize strengths.
• Facilitate dry-land exercises for overall strength development.
• Provide ongoing feedback on swimmers’ performance throughout the season.
• Utilize swim aids/equipment to maximize student performance and overall growth.
• Promote the Elite Performance Program through active recruitment of both members and non-members.
• Keep accurate records through acac ’s scheduling software, including, but not limited to, the cancellation and rescheduling of previously scheduled programming.
• Be timely and professional in all communication.
• Maintain familiarity with acac programs to manage questions and communicate knowledgeably to members and guests.
• Enforce acac aquatic facility policies before, during, and after practices while on deck.
• Arrive 10 minutes prior to the start of the program to organize needed equipment and remain 5 minutes after the program to answer any questions.

What This Job Offers

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