Coach - Swim Team

YMCA of Greater Brandywine•Coatesville, PA

2d•$15 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in managing the implementation, development and delivery of the Competitive Swim program. Supports assigned staff and volunteers. Additional responsibilities include training of staff; curriculum development; and adhering to all regulatory and Association standards. The Age Group Swim Coach leads the Swim Team in providing a safe environment and provides leadership in expanding Swim Team programming.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred
Competitive Swimming Experience for a minimum of 4 years preferred
Current Lifeguard certifications or obtain certification within 30 days of hire
Must have at least 2 years of coaching experience with swimmers of all ages
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
YMCA and USA swimming coaches’ credential or obtain certification within 30 days of hire
Ability to demonstrate all swim strokes
Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff required
Must be fluent in spoken and written English
Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Display a positive and professional attitude and possess strong interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Oversees and coaches age group (12 and Under – mini, level 3, level 2) programming.
Communicate with 12 and Under members and parents on a regular basis
Assists Director of Competitive Aquatics or Associate Head Coach with building a season plan (including meets) and work with Director of Competitive Aquatics to implement in maintaining team database and all 12 and Under meet entries
training of junior coaches and assistant coaches
administration duties such as account management as to what events should be attended and season plans
manage coaching schedules and vacation schedules, ensuring coverage at all times
in offering a year-round program that includes YMCA short course and long course options as well as a competitive summer league.
assist in recruitment and retention of program participants.
develop and oversee the practice schedule of all levels, attend all meets and support the entire competitive program.
Facilitates summer swim program
Manages and organize participation, registration and logistics of swimmers at dual meets.
Creates home swim meets, meet manager duties, as well as team entries
Creates and organizes volunteers for events and being point of contact for volunteer communication for our dual meets
Teaches and instructs participants through use of an appropriate curriculum that addresses the skill levels of all participants and assures the program is inclusive and welcoming for all.
Coordinates vacation outside of the competitive season responsibilities.
Assists with annual campaign activities.

Benefits

Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
Employee Assistance Program
Continuing education reimbursement
tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
Career development and paid training
Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00