SWIM TEAM- ASSISTANT COACH
About The Position
The Assistant Swim Coach instructs swimmers in swim lessons and on the swim team, supporting the YMCA’s work to strengthen community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The coach leads assigned practices, helps swimmers develop and master strokes, provides constructive technique feedback, and encourages participation in a positive, structured environment. The position also supports swim meets, builds collaborative relationships with parents, helps maintain pool areas, and follows YMCA policies and procedures. The schedule includes daytime, evening, and weekend hours, with travel to program activity sites. The role involves working in a variety of indoor and outdoor locations and requires physical activities such as walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting. Before hire, employees must obtain the listed employment clearances. Clearances are accepted if completed within two years of the hire date. Employees may be compensated up to $50 for clearance costs, with a receipt, after completing the probationary period.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum age of 18.
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Complete Swim Coach Online Certification within 30 days of hire.
- Required certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Oxygen Administration, and Safety Skills for the Swim Coach.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Obtain the required pre-employment clearances: PA Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Certification, FBI Clearance (Department of Human Services), NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry Verification), and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate.
Nice To Haves
- YMCA or USA coaching experience preferred.
- Lifeguarding certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead assigned group practices with care and enthusiasm.
- Teach swimmers knowledge and skills to understand and master strokes and progress through swim lessons and swim team groups.
- Actively instruct group lessons and/or stroke clinics.
- Be on deck before practice begins to greet swimmers.
- Assist with setting up and running swim meets as directed by the Head Swim Coach.
- Communicate with the Head Swim Coach and Aquatics Director about practice procedures, emergencies, and information regarding swimmers and team well-being.
- Provide constructive feedback to improve swimmers’ techniques.
- Maintain structure and discipline while encouraging participation in a positive manner.
- Engage parents and cultivate relationships that support a collaborative swim team environment.
- Participate in YMCA events and activities and adhere to YMCA Core Values.
- Help meet YMCA goals for fun, teamwork, sportsmanship, and skill development each week.
- Help maintain pool areas, including equipment, safety, inventory, and cleanliness.
- Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those for medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership.
- Discounted YMCA programs.
- Reimbursement of up to $50 for employment clearance costs, with a receipt, after the probationary period has been passed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
