Swim Team Strength & Conditioning Coach

$31,200 - $41,600/Yr

YMCA - Springboro, OH

Part-time - Entry Level

Springboro, OH

Social Assistance

About the position

The Swim Team Strength & Conditioning Coach at the YMCA of Greater Dayton is responsible for developing and implementing dryland training programs for swim team practice groups. This part-time position emphasizes adherence to YMCA guidelines for competitive coaching and swimming, fostering a supportive and motivational environment for participants.

Responsibilities

• Prepares personalized programs in accordance with YMCA guidelines
• Provides positive and regular feedback to participants
• Directs questions requiring additional expertise or attention to supervisor
• Directs participants to other YMCA classes, programs, and activities
• Maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment
• Trains participants in a manner that is both demonstrative and professional
• Watches and corrects participants when exercising in an unsafe manner
• Educates members on appropriate and comfortable attire for exercising
• Develops positive relationships with members and provides motivational support and guidance
• Exemplifies a healthy lifestyle
• Inspects all equipment used for safety hazards, damage or wear
• Communicates to direct supervisor any concerns or incidents that may need follow-up
• Works directly with senior level practice groups to monitor safe techniques and promote a safe environment
• Assists Head Coach and Lead Group Swim Team Coaches in development of dryland programs for all practice groups
• Builds effective dryland program
• Enforces team policies such as attendance, behavior, etc.
• Keeps control of behavior of swimmers at all times, and if necessary, communicates behavioral issues to parents/guardians
• Adheres to and is on time to all scheduled practices
• Keeps accurate records on each swimmer evaluating him/her at the beginning and end of the session
• Communicates effectively to both children and their parents/guardians
• Maintains a professional attitude and appearance
• Provides an emotionally secure environment for participants
• Has the aptitude and attitude for coaching all ages and levels of physical ability
• Gives excellent coaching instructions

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• A 2-year college degree in Physical Education/Exercise Science/related field or applicable experience is preferred
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Minimum of six months or more of related fitness experience and a high level of interest in the fitness field required
• Certification requirements include CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and a current Lifeguard certification is recommended but not required
• Must possess quality knowledge of competitive swimming organizations, strokes, starts, turns, and other related skills
• Attends additional swim team dryland trainings through USA Swimming or the American Swim Coaches Association for dryland programming as necessary

Benefits

• Part-time position with hourly pay ranging from $15.00 to $20.00