Swim Coach - Abingdon (Ward)

YMCA Maryland • Abingdon, MD

84d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Head Coach or other assigned associate, Swim Coach is responsible to assist competitive swim team including during practice, teaching (in water and on deck), safety of swimmers, and engagement of swimmers during practice, events, and functions.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for safety of all swimmers during practice and for the interpretation and enforcement of all pool rules
• Reports to work in uniform a minimum of ten minutes prior to assigned shift in order to receive communications and instructions from supervisor
• Responsible for conducting practice according to the Y of Central Maryland standards, adapted where necessary for local conditions
• Trains and supervise swimmers using a competitive philosophy for practices and swim meets
• Communicate, as necessary, with parents and other coaches regarding assignments, swimmer progress, and upcoming events
• Assist the Association Swim Team Director or other assigned associate with administrative tasks
• Prepares the program/service area with necessary equipment and returns all equipment to proper storage
• Actively engages, orients and assists all participants when not actively teaching
• Focus on quality experiences and engagement within programs, services, and activities
• Promotes a professional image and maintains a clean and safe environment at all times
• Ability to work with diverse population, all ages, genders, and sexual orientations
• Attend and actively participate in all meetings as assigned
• Incorporate the four character values of the Y: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility and adhere to the Y Code of Conduct
• Communicate the Y mission and objectives to the community
• Assist in all other areas as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees