Assistant Swim Coach

Houston Racquet Club • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The HRC Manta Rays are looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Swim Coach to help our swimmers build confidence, improve their skills, and have a great time in the pool! As an Assistant Swim Coach, you’ll work alongside the Head Swim Coach to support our summer Manta Rays swim team and year-round swim program. From helping lead practices to bringing the energy on meet day, you’ll play an important role in creating a positive, fun, and encouraging experience for our swimmers and their families.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, unless currently enrolled in high school.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively with swimmers, parents, coaches, and staff.
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and swim meets as scheduled.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Stand and move around the pool deck for extended periods.
• Frequently walk, reach, and use hands and arms.
• Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend.
• Communicate clearly and hear swimmers, coaches, and activity around the pool.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.
• Maintain the visual awareness necessary to supervise swimmers and activities safely.

Nice To Haves

• Swimming, competitive swim, lifeguarding, or coaching experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Swim Coach with practices, workouts, meets, and team activities.
• Help develop seasonal goals and support swimmers as they work toward them.
• Assist with swim workouts, drills, technique, and skill development.
• Encourage swimmers of varying ages and skill levels while creating a positive team environment.
• Help keep swimmers engaged, motivated, safe, and having fun.
• Assist with the setup, organization, operation, and cleanup of swim meets.
• Help create an exciting and welcoming atmosphere at practices and meets.
• Communicate positively and professionally with swimmers, parents, fellow coaches, and Club staff.
• Promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, and the HRC Manta Rays spirit.
• Assist the Head Swim Coach with other team-related activities and assignments as needed.
• Pitch in when needed! Club life can be busy and ever-changing, so all employees may occasionally be asked to assist with other duties or departments.

What This Job Offers

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