Swim Coach (Seasonal)

The Summit Area YMCA•Berkeley Heights, NJ

1d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll enjoy the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you. The Summit Area YMCA (SAY) is seeking a caring, responsible, mentor to join our team as Assistant Swim Team Coach for the Summer Swim Teams at the Berkeley Heights Community Pool. Under the direction of the Head Swim Coach, the Assistant Coach assists in the supervision of all aspects of the seasonal competitive swimming program. This includes teaching, administration, and deck coaching as a representative of the Y at all team events and functions. You might be the right candidate if: You have experience and a passion for aquatics You have experience and a passion for competitive swimming You are a people person who enjoys making connections and building relationships. You want to make a difference in the community. Have the ability to obtain a Y-USA Coaching Certification and/or USA-Swimming Coaching Certification You are resourceful and can think on your feet.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years’ prior experience as a competitive swimmer.
Certified in Coach’s Safety training, Principles of YMCA Competitive Swimming or ability to obtain within 30 days.
CPR/AED for the Professional rescuer and First Aid or ability to obtain within 30 days.
Excellent verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior Experience Coaching is a plus

Responsibilities

Assists in the supervision of all aspects of the seasonal competitive swimming program.
Teaching
Administration
Deck coaching as a representative of the Y at all team events and functions.