Assistant Swim Coach-Aiken

Family YMCA of Greater Augusta • Graniteville, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Support Champions. Build Community. Grow Potential. Are you passionate about swimming and love helping young athletes thrive? The YMCA of Greater Augusta is hiring a Swim Team Assistant Coach to work alongside our Head Coach in developing confident, skilled, and motivated swimmers. This is a great opportunity to support youth development while modeling YMCA core values.

Requirements

• Age 18 or older.
• Previous experience as a swim coach or competitive swimmer.
• Strong knowledge of swim strokes, technique, and conditioning.
• Ability to work with swimmers of all ages and abilities in a team setting.
• Effective communicator with a positive, supportive coaching style.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel for meets.
• Current (or willing to obtain within 60 days): CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.

Nice To Haves

• USA Swimming Coach certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach with leading structured and engaging swim practices.
• Provide direct instruction and feedback to swimmers of all skill levels.
• Coach at swim meets-helping with warm-ups, relays, and on-deck support.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and team-focused environment that reflects YMCA values.
• Communicate with swimmers, parents, and YMCA staff regarding schedules and progress.
• Stay up to date with current coaching techniques and best practices.
• Be ready to jump in (literally and figuratively!) to help where needed on deck and in the water.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed