POSITION SUMMARY
Primarily responsible for swimmers ages 5 through 18. The coach would be available to coach on weekday evening practices as well as weekend swim meets.
Responsibilities include: coaching swim team practices, monitoring swimmer safety and behavior, and coaching meets as directed by the Head Coach.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
The following ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and 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 the 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.
. Promote a positive recreation environment and good personal behavior
. Act as role model for swimmers
. Willing to listen and collaborate with the head coach and other coaching staff
. Ability to work with a variety of ages and levels of swimmers
. Support efforts to instigate and maintain high team spirit.
. Prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of swimming pool patrons
. In the event of an emergency be able to carry out the YMCA’s Aquatic Emergency Action Plan.
MEET/ PRACTICE REQUIREMENTS
. Will have availability to coach practice up to three times per week and be available for swim meets three weekends per month
. Attends all YMCA scheduled meets and events with the team.
CERTIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or General Educational Development Certification (G.E.D.)
- Current Lifeguard/First Aid Certification; and Coach’s Safety Training or willingness to achieve within the first month of hire.
- Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
- Previous experience working with children, teens, parents, and the public
- Child Abuse, Criminal Background Check, and NSOR clearances
- Knowledge of and ability to teach the four competitive swim strokes and starts
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $9.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- New Castle, PA 16101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any swim team or coaching experience?
Work Location: In person