Assistant Swim Coach- YMCA of Metro North Tritons!

YMCA of Metro North•Melrose, MA

50d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a regional swim team associated with the YMCA of Metro North's 4 branch locations in Melrose, Saugus, Lynn and Peabody! Primarily responsible for swimmers ages 6 through 18. The coach would be available to coach on week day evening practices as well as weekend swim meets. Responsibilities include: coaching swim team practices, creating swim workouts for practice groups, monitoring swimmer safety and behavior, and coaching meets as directed by the Head Coach. The ideal candidate will have or be willing to attain the appropriate coaching certifications for both the YMCA and USA swimming leagues including CPR/First aid and either a lifeguard or safety training for coach’s certification. Looking for afternoon and weekend availability.

Requirements

Coach on week day evening practices
Coach weekend swim meets
Coaching swim team practices
Creating swim workouts for practice groups
Monitoring swimmer safety and behavior
Coaching meets as directed by the Head Coach
Current Lifeguard/First Aid Certification
Coach’s Safety Training or willingness to achieve within first month of hire
Valid Massachusetts State Driver’s License
Active USA Swimming Coach certification or willingness to achieve within one month of hire
Accuracy and time management skills are essential
Strong desire to succeed
Eager to learn and be a team player

Nice To Haves

Minimum 2 years of experience coaching with either YMCA or USA Swimming is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and quality competitive environment to train and motivate young athletes in the sport of swimming; instruct swim team participants on swimming stroke techniques and assist with skill improvement as outlined and directed by Head Coach.
Plan and supervise daily workouts as assigned by the Head Coach (will not leave the group unsupervised for any reason)
Monitor pool activities during swim meets and practices; evaluate individual and team performance, explain techniques and assist with skills improvement.
Monitor aquatics facility and guests, and assures compliance to rules, regulations, policies and procedure; assure facilities are maintained in a clean and safe condition.
Promote a positive recreation environment and good personal behavior
Develop team motivation
Responsible for the discipline of swimmers at team functions according to team policy
Act as role model for swimmers
Ability to work with a variety of ages and levels of swimmers
Support efforts to instigate and maintain high team spirit which may include attending functions such as fundraisers or team-sponsored socials.
Prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of swimming pool patrons