Assistant Water Polo Coach

Montclair YMCA • Montclair, NJ

8d • $18 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Water Polo Coach supports the Head Coach in delivering high-quality, safe, and engaging water polo practices and events. This role focuses on hands-on instruction, player development, and supervision, helping ensure a positive team experience that aligns with the YMCA of Montclair’s mission and values.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18
• Knowledge of water polo fundamentals, gameplay strategy, and rules.
• Strong communication skills and ability to motivate and support youth participants.
• CPR/AED & First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and promote an inclusive team environment.
• Ability to pass lifeguard skills assessment and water test.
• Ability to swim and safely navigate the pool deck and aquatic environment.
• Capable of demonstrating water polo skills when needed.
• Must be able to lift and pull 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience playing or coaching water polo preferred.
• Lifeguard certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and leading water polo practices and skill-based drills.
• Provide individual and small-group instruction to support player development.
• Help supervise participants during practices, scrimmages, and events.
• Reinforce water polo fundamentals, rules, and sportsmanship.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of equipment and pool space.
• Support the Head Coach during games, clinics, and special events.
• Communicate observations and participants need the Head Coach.
• Uphold YMCA of Montclair safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Serve as a positive role model reflecting YMCA values.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with members, volunteers, staff, and participants.
• Attend required Abuse Risk Management training and adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising members and participants.
• Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follow mandated abuse reporting procedures.

Benefits

• Free YMCA Membership: Enjoy access to our YMCA facilities at no cost.
• 25% Discount on YMCA Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for referring to qualified candidates.
• Employee Discounts: Access exclusive discounts on various products and services.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Eligibility after 90 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees