Swim Team PT

MYSTIC VALLEY YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOC•Malden, MA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mystic Valley YMCA Aquatics Department is hiring a part-time Swim Coach for the regional swim team associated with our YMCA. This role primarily focuses on swimmers aged 6 through 18, requiring availability for weekday evening practices and weekend swim meets. The ideal candidate will possess or be willing to obtain appropriate coaching certifications for both YMCA and USA swimming leagues, including CPR/First Aid and either a lifeguard or safety training for a coach's certification.

Requirements

Availability to coach practice up to three times per week.
Availability for swim meets one weekend per month.
Attend all YMCA scheduled meets and events with the team.
Current Lifeguard/First Aid Certification.
Coach’s Safety Training or willingness to achieve within first month of hire.
Valid Massachusetts State Driver’s License.
Active USA Swimming Coach certification or willingness to achieve within one month of hire.
Accuracy and time management skills are essential.
Strong desire to succeed.
Eager to learn and be a team player.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 2 years of experience coaching with either YMCA or USA Swimming is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and quality competitive environment to train and motivate young athletes in the sport of swimming.
Instruct swim team participants on swimming stroke techniques and assist with skill improvement as outlined and directed by Head Coach.
Plan and supervise daily workouts as assigned by the Head Coach (will not leave the group unsupervised for any reason).
Monitor pool activities during swim meets and practices; evaluate individual and team performance, explain techniques and assist with skills improvement.
Monitor aquatics facility and guests, and ensure compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; ensure facilities are maintained in a clean and safe condition.
Promote a positive recreation environment and good personal behavior, acting as a role model for swimmers.
Responsible for the discipline of swimmers at team functions according to team policy.
Ability to work with a variety of ages and levels of swimmers.
Support efforts to instigate and maintain high team spirit which may include attending functions such as fundraisers or team-sponsored socials.
Prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of swimming pool patrons.