Assistant Swim Coach

Blue Dolphin Swim School•Westminster, CO

2d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

As an Assistant Swim Coach, you will report directly to the Head Coach. An Assistant Coach can carry out the vision of the Head Coach by conducting practices, motivating athletes, and providing students with proper stroke techniques. In this role, you will be coaching our Pre-Team and Bronze levels. Pre-Team students are learning how to swim all four competitive strokes legally, as well as other competitive skills such as flip turns, open turns, dives, and underwater kickouts. Bronze students are refining their stroke technique and beginning to use interval training to build endurance. We are a full-service swim school offering lessons from ages 4 months to adult. Our beautiful indoor year-round facility features a learn-to-swim pool and also a 5-lane lap pool with starting blocks. Member schools are independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the member school, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this school. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the school location, and not to US Swim School Association.

Requirements

Providing a COVER LETTER along with a resume
High School Diploma or GED
One year of swim coaching experience
Previous competitive swimming experience (USA, High School, Summer League, Collegiate)
CPR and Lifeguard certifications
Ability to create a 45-minute and 60-minute swim workout
Ability to stand and move around the natatorium for prolonged periods of time
Ability to communicate with athletes and parents regarding training and the sport of swimming
Ability to stoop and lift 20lbs
Ability to perform any skill that is required of the swimmers

Responsibilities

Ensuring safety by enforcing pool rules, observing swimmers, and responding to emergencies
Report incidents and concerns to the Head Coach
Provide first aid and CPR as necessary
Attend training sessions and staff meetings
Instruct students of ages 6-12 how to swim in a team setting, as well as legal stroke technique
Provide a safe, fun, and engaging class experience for students and parents
Communicate with students, parents, and staff
Keep the natatorium clean and tidy